Political and religious leaders in Karnataka joined global voices in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, reflecting a universal recognition of his legacy as a beacon of compassion and justice, and ...

Pope Francis devoted his service to the peace, understanding and unity among peoples, Bulgarian head of state President ...

Pope Francis, who died Monday, preached inclusion in his words and travels. Among his visits was Mongolia, which only has about 1,500 Catholics.

In Egypt, the Council of Catholic Patriarchs and Bishops, headed by Patriarch Ibrahim Isaac of Alexandria for Coptic ...

Since her childhood, Razan Al Jabri has been mesmerised by the rugged beauty of Wilayat Al Rustaq, where she grew up. As soon as she could grasp ...

Perhaps Pope Francis’ most defining legacy will be his emphasis on God’s mercy, said Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, bishop of the ...

Pope Francis was a remarkable man whose life exemplified the finest qualities of humankind, compassion and an unwavering ...

On Monday morning, April 21, the Christian world was shaken by the passing ... describing him as a symbol of humility and mercy who dedicated his life to serving humanity and advocating for ...

When discussing the work of veteran contemporary artist Louis Casha, one is immediately drawn to his geometric forms and his exploration of the symbolic language of Neolithic art. Casha skilfully ...

The funeral Mass for Pope Francis has concluded at St Peter’s Square in the Vatican City. Cortege wound its way through the centre of the Eternal City to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, where ...

After the Vatican announced Monday that Pope Francis had died, Catholics reflected on his teachings and shepherding of the Catholic church.

Writing exclusively for The Independent, former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby recalls his meetings with Pope Francis – and reveals how he received a surprise call moments after he was forced t ...