The Gospel of Matthew inspired an enduring Christian symbol: Jesus passing the keys to Peter. Cardinals are now choosing who will hold the keys — and their power — next.

PAPAL PULSE: Everyday Catholics reveal their hopes for the next pontiff. People at the Catholic University of America in Washington D.C. share their thoughts on Pope Francis' passing, his legacy ...

Who will be the next pope? The decision could have a profound impact on the Catholic Church and the world's 1.4 billion baptised Roman Catholics. It also promises to be a highly unpredictable and ...

Pope Francis was laid to rest Saturday in Rome, with more than 250,000 people -- including President Donald Trump ... ABC News. These are the key moments of Pope Francis' funeral. 1w.

Decoding the Vatican: Key Terms in the Papal Transition. From conclave to “Habemus papam,” here’s what to know about the words and phrases that guide the process after a pope dies.

Key moments from Pope Francis' funeral as mourners bid farewell to late pontiff. More than 250,000 people attended the funeral at St. Peter's Square. By Sean Keane and Julia Jacobo.

Pope Francis, who was elevated to the papacy in 2013, died on Monday, April 21, a day after celebrating Easter at the Vatican. Here are some key events in the life of the man born Jorge Mario ...

Here are key events in the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis and died on Monday. | Local News from KRQE News 13 in Albuquerque, New Mexico ...

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Key events in the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis and died on Monday: Dec. 17, 1936: Jorge Mario Bergoglio is born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the ...