Pope St. Pius V (1504-1572) was born in Italy to a humble family. From a young age, he was formed and well educated by the Dominicans. He entered the order and was ordained a priest at the age of 24.

the very first thing he did on his first official day as pope, was to go to St. Mary Major to pray at the tomb of St. Pius V,” Briscoe says. “It's very beautiful that he's going back ...

The papacy, an institution stretching back nearly two millennia, represents one of history's longest unbroken lines of ...

Following Monday’s mass at St. Pius X Catholic Church, the congregation paused outside for reflection as the church bells rang 88 times, each chime representing a year that Pope Francis has lived.

Forty-four teens from parishes throughout the Diocese of Fall River were recognized with the Pope Saint Pius X Youth Award.

after the progressive Vatican II-era pope. The most popular papal name of the 20th century, Pius, would be a clear signal that a traditionalist is taking back the throne of St. Peter.

after the progressive Vatican II-era pope. The most popular papal name of the 20th century, Pius, would be a clear signal that a traditionalist is taking back the throne of St. Peter.

after the progressive Vatican II-era pope. The most popular papal name of the 20th century, Pius, would be a clear signal that a traditionalist is taking back the throne of St. Peter.“ ...