Lent is almost here, and many traditions take part this week to let loose and have fun before committing to the observance of the 40 days and 40 nights Jesus spent in the desert in Christian ...

The Vatican also released Francis' message for Lent, which runs from March 5 to April 17. The message, dated Feb. 6, ...

The Vatican says Pope Francis, who is hospitalized in critical condition with double pneumonia, was well enough to meet with ...