King and Queen have 'heavy hearts' after Pope's death

Queens Catholics mourn Pope Francis

Catholics in Queens and beyond are honoring the life and legacy of Pope Francis, who died at 88 Monday morning after a battle with pneumonia.The first Jesuit and Latin American pontiff, who had led the church since 2013, he suffered…

Hawaii leaders remember progressive ideals of Pope Francis

Hawaii’s religious, political and educational leaders mourned the compassion and humility of Pope Francis, who died of a stroke Monday morning in the Vatican guesthouse where he lived. Francis’ death at age 88 came as a surprise to Catholics everywhere, including Hono­lulu’s Vicar General Monsignor Gary Secor, who noted in a statement that the pope had just greeted and blessed a large crowd at St. Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday, against his doc…

The King’s message following the death of Pope Francis

Falklands’ Government House published King Charles III message on the death of Pope Francis. “His Holiness will be remembered for his compassion, his concern for the unity of the Church and for his tireless commitment to the common causes of all people of faith.

Millions of Texans mourn death of Pope Francis

SAN JUAN — Regularly scheduled Mass on Monday took on a special meaning following the death of Pope Francis for the dozens of Catholic churchgoers who filled the pews of the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle.

Next Saturday, Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday, will be buried. It is still unclear whether there will be consequences for King's Day, which is celebrated on the same day in the Netherlands. "Moving King's Day is not possible."

World leaders’ reactions to the death of Pope Francis

Here are messages from world leaders paying tribute to Pope Francis — 'a great shepherd,' 'a light of faith, hope, and love,' and 'a transcendent voice for peace, human dignity, and social justice'