Pope Francis has opted to be buried in a wooden casket when he is laid to rest – amending a centuries-old tradition of a ...

Under the new revision, the rituals have been simplified to emphasize his role as a bishop and allow him to be buried outside ...

ANALYSIS: The revisions reflect Francis’ desire to simplify the rites and, in some instances, to dispense with centuries-old ...

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The funeral arrangements for retired priest, Joseph Edward Bradley, have been set for this week in ...

As we participate in the Church's liturgies, we use a complex system of symbols which we often only dimly understand. Learning about the symbols in the Church’s funeral liturgy can create greater ...

Pope Francis’s down-to-earth style has become a trademark of his papacy. New rules for papal burials are another step to seal ...

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — Funeral arrangements are now set for a long-time Kentucky religious leader after his passing this ...

For clergy, musicians, and pastoral staff, funerals are often the most sensitive and challenging of responsibilities. For those suffering great loss, grief enters their life, usually to stay. Attendin ...