VATICAN CITY — World leaders and rank-and-file Catholic faithful bade farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral Saturday ... closed to the general public at 7 p.m. Friday, mourners were turned ...

Former Richmonder Aaron Jay Ledesma, a gay Catholic, cites Pope Francis’ inclusiveness as a reason to find renewed faith in the Catholic Church. “He opened the door back to many people who ...

While the pope's health struggles have left Carla Rabezzana uneasy, the lack of direct contact has also heightened her anxiety for her beloved cousin, who can "cheer you up with just a few words." ...