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Pope Francis took vital steps on abuse, but it will be up to his successor to ensure reforms are enacted
Survivors of church sexual abuse acknowledge Francis took important steps, but say his successor must do more to tackle ...
Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much
The papacy of Pope Francis ended with the same core doctrine for LGBTQ+ people that he inherited: The Catholic Church still ...
'Grace, compassion and humility': Arizona political, spiritual leaders mourn Pope Francis
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs: “I join Catholics across Arizona, and the world, in mourning the death of Pope Francis. He led the Church with humility and dignity and was a voice for those who too often ...
Pope Francis live updates: Pontiff lies in state in St. Peter's Basilica for 3 days ahead of funeral
Body to be transferred to St. Peter's Basilica in a ceremonial procession, where the public will be able to pay their ...
Who is in the College of Cardinals? Meet Ohio native choosing successor to Pope Francis
An Ohio native is among the Catholic Church cardinals who will choose a new pope. The funeral for Pope Francis, who died ...
'With deep sorrow': Phoenix Bishop John Dolan mourns Pope Francis
Pope Francis died at age 88 on Easter Monday, following a five-week hospitalization for pneumonia in both lungs and kidney failure, the Vatican announced. Phoenix Bishop John Dolan issued a statement ...
Who will be the next pope? Here's a list of some possible candidates to succeed Pope Francis.
Pope Francis' death on Monday started off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some ...