This conclave is going to be crucial for deciding the direction of the Roman Catholic Church, and the field of candidates is wide open thanks to Francis’ reforms, which made the body in charge ...

With roots stretching back to the fifth century, St. Mary Major (called Santa Maria Maggiore in Italian and sometimes referred to as Our Lady of the Snows) is one of the most famous Catholic ...

and have a primary apostolate to communicate the truth and beauty of the Catholic faith through word and example. The friars provide generously for the spiritual and sacramental needs of the ...