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The death of Pope Francis has triggered a period of mourning in the Vatican and signals the start of a millennia-old process of picking a new pontiff.

On a chilly, cloudy morning in Rockland County, Rev. Steven Neier led a joyful yet solemn Easter Monday Mass at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Congers.

St. Patrick's Cathedral in Manhattan held Mass for Easter Monday, following the death of Pope Francis. While performing the blessing of the eucharist, celebrant Monsignor Joseph LaMorte prayed for ...

Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York, released an official statement just before 8 a.m. on the passing of Pope Francis.

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