I have, after 80 years, felt something that I never thought I would in this century as a Roman Catholic. I feel optimistic. I ...

Whether it is Francis II, Leo XIV, or a never-before-used name, a new pope's chosen name sends an early signal about his priorities and vision for the Church.

The charity and work of Pope Pius XII during World War II so impressed the Chief Rabbi of Rome, Israel Zolli, that in 1944 he was open to the grace of God which led him into the Catholic faith.

Pope Francis, Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI are among the elected bishops of Rome who have led the Catholic Church over the past century.

Another name that a conservative pope could favour is Pius, which was the most commonly selected one in the 20th century.

The tiny, but vocal group of Catholics trying to perpetuate the Tridentine Rite are pressuring Pope Leo to stop phasing out ...

A Pope Francis II would signify continuity, while a choice like Pius would be a clear signal that a traditionalist is taking back the throne.

Progressives may embrace Pope Francis for his virtue signaling, but if historians focus on actions rather than words, then Francis’ legacy will be more Pius XII than John Paul II. The world ...

Catholic cardinals are gathering at the Vatican for the 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. Here's how long it could take.

The papacy’s first composite name was chosen by Cardinal Albino Luciani in 1978 to honor Pope John XXIII, who opened the Vatican Council II process that reformed the Catholic Church, and Paul VI ...

A Pope Francis II would signify continuity, while a choice like Pius would be a clear signal that a traditionalist is taking back the throne.