The Texas Catholic Herald

May 7, 2025

Conclave: First ballot fails to elect pope

As expected, the 133 cardinals who entered the Sistine Chapel May 7 failed to elect the next pope on their first ballot.

May 1, 2025

Where (and when) to watch for white smoke

The conclave is set to begin May 7, but the public only knows its end by iconic white smoke billowing out of the Sistine Chapel's chimney.

May 1, 2025

On electing a pope: 10 frequently asked questions answered

Top 10 things to know about the conclave

April 30, 2025

How the conclave works: It's guided by a rule book and a prayer book

The conclave to elect a new pope, scheduled to begin May 7, is governed by two texts: a rule book and a prayer book.

April 25, 2025

As pope's casket is sealed, he is remembered for simplicity, humility

After an estimated 250,000 people had passed by the body of Pope Francis, lying in an open casket in front of the main altar in St. Peter's Basilica, the casket was sealed in a private ceremony.

April 24, 2025

Where to watch Pope Francis' funeral Mass live

Pope Francis' solemn funeral Mass will be broadcast and livestreamed by multiple media outlets April 26, providing several ways people can watch and participate in the funeral from around the world.

April 24, 2025

Cardinals mourn Pope Francis as Vatican meetings begin ahead of conclave

As they entered the Vatican to participate in a series of meetings leading up to the election of Pope Francis' successor, several cardinals spoke to the media, emphasizing that they are still mourning the Argentine pontiff -- not yet choosing his successor.

April 22, 2025

Pope Francis lived up to his namesake's love, care for creation

Tapping into the spirit and spirituality of his namesake, St. Francis of Assisi, Pope Francis made care for creation and for all that lives on the earth a pastoral priority.

April 22, 2025

New teen saint-to-be, Carlo Acutis, maps highway to heaven in documentary

The theatrical release of a fast-moving documentary on Carlo Acutis, the first millennial teen saint, opens April 27 through 29 with a Texas twist.

April 21, 2025

Global pastor: In word and deed, Pope Francis preached mercy, outreach

Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of at age 88, gave new energy to millions of Catholics -- and caused concern for some -- as he transformed the image of the papacy into a pastoral ministry based on personal encounters and strong convictions about poverty, mission and dialogue.