The health of Pope Francis is causing increasing concern. Disturbing information is coming from the Vatican about the deteriorating condition of the Holy Father. Is the Vatican preparing for a ...

When the Pope passes away, a complex and ancient process begins. Join us as we explore the intricate steps of papal succession, from the moment of death to the election of a new pontiff. Discover the ...

“The Chamberlain seals the Pope’s apartments and begins to make arrangements for the burial,” states the guidance. “It is the Dean’s responsibility to inform all the cardinals, the ...

He certifies the pope's death, seals the papal apartments and prepares for the pope's burial before a conclave to elect a new pope. The position is currently held by Cardinal Kevin Farrell ...

Pope Francis, 88, is battling double pneumonia in the hospital, raising health concerns Vatican officials are reportedly rehearsing his funeral arrangements as the pope had already planned his ...

How is a Pope's burial ceremony conducted? Unlike Pope Francis's predecessors, who were interred within the Vatican, he had reportedly chosen to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome ...

He certifies the pope’s death, seals the papal apartments and prepares for the pope’s burial before a conclave to elect a new pope. The position is currently held by Cardinal Kevin Farrell ...

including the three key moments that must be observed between the death of a pope and his funeral: In his home, in St. Peter’s Basilica and in the place of burial. In December, Francis created ...

It's an ever bigger deal for the Catholic church. Pope Francis — who, thankfully, is still alive! — actually changed the traditional burial rites for popes, the Associated Press reported in ...