The next pope needs to continue the path set by Pope Francis: Promoting a church that is welcoming, listens to everyone and ...

Monsignor Roger Landry encouraged Catholics to pray for the cardinals in a video message from St. Peter’s Square on Monday.

A conclave is the centuries-old election of a pope that derives its name from the Italian “con clave” (with a key) to underscore that cardinals are sequestered until they find a winner.

From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.