The leader of the world’s 1 billion Roman Catholics addressed past scandals and embraced migrants, the poor and gay and lesbian faithful. Some wished he’d gone further.

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Pope Francis had a big heart for Africa and Africans. He leaves behind a legacy of commitment to Africa’s quest for peace, ...

Baltimore Archbishop William Lori encouraged area parishioners to learn from Pope Francis’ legacy by embodying light and hope ...

The pontiff, known for his welcoming pastoral style and care for the marginalized, passed away Monday morning.

Holy Saturday is here, the most chaotic day of a vicar’s year. After the frenzied busyness of the past week, and the ...