The early church believed that after his death Christ descended into hell in order to rescue the souls of the righteous.

Easter Sunday is one of the most significant religious holidays observed by Christians worldwide, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ ... an appearance. Russian Orthodox Church ...

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Francis inherited a deeply divided Church after the resignation in 2013 of his predecessor, Benedict XVI. The ...

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Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, after 12 years as spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church. His death has ...

Following are reactions to his death: "He was a good man, worked hard. He loved the world, and it's an honor to do that," ...