Jesuits are members of the Society of Jesus, a Roman Catholic order of priests and brothers. Pope Francis was the first Jesuit to become pope.

Imagine staying at the Pope’s guesthouse at the Vatican, only to have the host return between peace missions. That’s basically what Notre Dame Law Professor Mary Ellen O’Connell says happened to her.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Many People are visiting local Catholic Churches to mourn Pope Francis, who died on Monday at the age ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As the world mourns the life and legacy of Pope Francis, Catholics across Kansas City are reflecting on his push for inclusion and acceptance within the faith.

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CARSON CITY, Nev. (KOLO) - Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has ordered flags in the state of Nevada to half-staff in honor of ...

The BriefSt. Joseph’s University held a special mass in honor of Pope Francis.The school's community reacted to the news of ...

The death of Pope Francis is deeply personal for many in the U.S., who felt a connection to the first pope from the Americas.

Pope Francis offered such grandfatherly advice on marriage, family, youth, the elderly and other aspects of Catholic life.

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — The faithful in Pope Francis’ hometown lit candles in the church where he found God as a ...

Any baptized Catholic male is eligible, though only cardinals have been selected since 1378. The winner must receive at least ...

Severe weather season is underway, and residents of one small town said they are anxious to get a functional community safe ...