On the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica just after a rain shower Wednesday, wearing unadorned white robes, the new Pope Francis appeared to strike the same tone of simplicity and pastoral humility…
Photo Gallery: Argentine Jorge Bergoglio elected Pope
Wed Mar 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Argentine Jorge Bergoglio has been elected pope, the first ever from the Americas and the first from outside Europe…
Photo Gallery: Black smoke rises in Vatican City
Tue Mar 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Black smoke poured from the Sistine Chapel chimney late on Tuesday, signalling that cardinals had failed to elect a pope…
Pope Benedict XVI says he will resign
Mon Feb 11, 2013 By Leave a Comment
There is breaking news this morning from the Vatican — the pope has announced plans to resign from his position…