In her latest column installment, Chan analyzes the rise of conservative Christian nationalism and reflects on why the new pope could be what America needs.

Tim Chan. Sat, April 26, ... The Pope’s funeral takes place today, Saturday, April 26 beginning at 4 a.m. ET/1 a.m. PT and the service is expected to last about 90 minutes.

After Pope Francis’ funeral, 135 cardinals will gather for a conclave to elect a new pope. The traditions include oaths of secrecy, paper ballots and white smoke from a chimney of the Sistine ...