In the Middle Ages, the Roman Church replaced this idea of debt cancellation with the concept of plenary indulgence—an ...

European monarchs and religious entities had a penchant for erecting massively elaborate and intricately beautiful monuments ...

"Have a good Palm Sunday, have a good Holy Week," said the pope, speaking over applause and the cheers of the crowd.

The Argentinian pope is entering his fourth week of convalescence during which doctors have advised him to avoid crowds.

The US president indicated his patience may be wearing thin as peace talks continue.

The Register presents five of Tissot’s works that reflect Christ’s path, with reflections.

Ride the rails from Toulouse through spectacular landscapes to underrated towns packed with history and culture ...

Several talented young artists had their work on display at the annual District 5 CYO Art, Craft and Photography competition ...

Two art restorers were putting the final touches on a months-long restoration of the tomb of Pope Urban VIII, who in 1626 ...

Appearing publicly in street clothes for the first time as pontiff, Pope Francis went into St. Peter’s Basilica to pray and ...

Pope Makes Surprise Visit to St. Peter’s Basilica Pope Francis made an unexpected visit to St. Peter’s Basilica on Thursday, wearing civilian clothes.

Peter's Basilica is pictured during a press tour to present the recent restoration of the funerary monuments of Popes Paul ...