Though associated closely with Francis’ pontificate, Parolin is much more demure in personality and diplomatic in his ...

In the past, conclaves have led to surprises, as in the elections of Popes John XXIII, John Paul I, John Paul II and Francis. Few predicted these men would become pope. On the other hand, Popes Pius ...

Rumors about pope frontrunner Pietro Parolin have been published this week on various news sites, and sexual abuse watchdogs ...

After the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the question looming around the world is, who will become the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church? Experts weigh in.

While some hailed the deal as a diplomatic breakthrough, others criticized the move, including Hong Kong's Cardinal Joseph ...

Three days ahead of the start of the conclave, the cardinals took the morning off from the general congregation meetings and, in some cases, celebrated Masses at their titular churc ...

Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, one of the top 'papabili' (likely popes) is the closest to the late Pope Francis ...

VATICAN CITY - - If the Catholic cardinals entering the conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis are looking for a ...

Francis-era reforms that saw a diverse group of cardinals join the mix make his successor nearly impossible to call.

The China issue could split the Conclave. But so could the topic of sexual abuse and its alleged cover-ups. So far, the ...

More cardinals from more countries than ever will gather in the Sistine Chapel starting Wednesday to choose a new pope at a ...