Francis, a pope both conservative and unconventional

Pope Francis’ approach did not win him friends within the church bureaucracy. But he lit the path for us all

While his legacy in confronting the sex abuse scandal is still incomplete, Francis demonstrated that change is possible and mercy can be realPope Francis, groundbreaking Jesuit pontiff, diesPotential candidates to succeed Pope FrancisEarly in his papacy Pope Francis said the name for God is mercy. He understood the church had become too doctrinaire, divisive and judgmental for too many people. The drift of Catholics from conventional practice in…

Pope Francis 'changed the church.' Now, some worry his successor might reverse course

A Winnipeg musician says she knew Pope Francis and was personally touched by his generosity years ago, but she also worries about who will fill the role next.

Pope Francis saw the need for women’s genius in the church

Francis included women in positions of church authority as never before, part of his combat with clericalism.

The Cardinals Must Now Decide on Francis’ Legacy

Cardinals prepare to gather in Rome for the conclave to decide on Francis’ successor and the direction they want the church to take.

Honoring Pope Francis: Four images from the pontiff’s teachings that should define his legacy

Pope Francis, whose ministry was shaped in the barrios of Buenos Aires, had a genius for the punchy and memorable turn of phrase.

Pope Francis Set A Number Of Records - A Look At His Legacy In Stats

Pope Francis, who died today at the age of 88, was known as the "People's Pope". He was the first from Latin America to rise to the papacy.