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The Holy See is the central governing body of the Church and Vatican City, which enjoys formal diplomatic relations with ...

President Vladimir Putin of Russia has mourned the passing of Pope Francis, the Kremlin said on Monday. Putin, in a message ...

“In one of his initial interviews, Pope Francis identified himself as a sinner in need of God’s mercy,” he stated. “He beseeches us in this moment of sadness to ask for such mercy. His chosen papal ...

Pope Francis didn’t celebrate Easter Mass in the piazza, but after Mass appeared on the balcony over the basilica entrance ...

Visitors to the major exhibition in Venice will be able to see firsthand the restoration work on the Santa Maria Ausiliatrice ...