VATICAN CITY — White smoke streamed from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, signaling to the world that the 133 Roman Catholic cardinals ... the new leader of their church on the famous loggia ...

At the same time, the enormous bells of St. Peter's Basilica began to ring, tolling the news that the Catholic Church has a new pope. The crowd continues to build as many carry their countries' flags.

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Pope Leo XIV’s election by the college of cardinals on Thursday surprised millions of Catholics around the world, including the former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See. Stream NBC 5 for free ...

This church began as an initiative of the Association of the Friends of Saint Joseph, who wanted to dedicate it to the Holy Family of Nazareth. The home formed by Jesus, Mary and Joseph has always ...

This prayer is designed to be said within the family before a Crucifix on Holy Saturday. No candles are lit today. Mother or a child: "May our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who alone by his ...

Francis spent 12 years as head of the Catholic Church, shaking up the establishment by adopting a distinct style and tone, focused on austerity and advocacy for marginalised populations.

He also made daily calls to Christians in Gaza, contacting those sheltering at Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza City to ask about safety and access to food and water. Israel’s President Isaac ...

As cardinals meet to elect a new pontiff, Euronews spoke to senior Catholic figures ... and politically for the Church, not least as it encompasses the Holy Land. It is also home to seven ...