The latest on the death of Pope Francis NPR international correspondent Ruth Sherlock and NPR religion correspondent Jason DeRose provide the latest updates after Pope Francis's death. Ruth Sherlock
Who will be the next pope? Here's how the conclave works Pope Francis's death sets an ancient machinery into motion. Soon, with a puff of smoke, the last absolute monarchy in Europe will get a new leader. Bill Chappell
A look at the life and legacy of Pope Francis, who has died at age 88 Pope Francis, who has died at age 88, cast an image of humility during years of strain and change, within his church, and around the world. Jason DeRose
Former NPR European correspondent Sylvia Poggioli on Pope Francis Former NPR senior European correspondent Sylvia Poggioli, who covered Rome for many years and covered Pope Francis, discusses news of the pope's death at age 88. Sylvia Poggioli
What Pope Francis meant to U.S. Catholics NPR speaks with Kim Daniels, director of the Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life at Georgetown University, about what Pope Francis has meant to U.S. Catholics. A Martínez
Pope Francis, who reached out to the margins of society, has died at 88 The pope was a strong advocate for the poor and the environment and a towering figure on the world stage, addressing not just Catholics but the men and women of our time. Sylvia Poggioli
Pope Francis greets crowds at Easter celebrations Tens of thousands gathered at the Vatican to hear the pope's traditional Easter message. Megan Williams
A Texas Easter tradition connects the generations Cascarones are confetti-filled egg shells that families smash over each other's heads as part of Easter celebrations in Texas and Northern Mexico. Patrick Davis
Black Christian leaders call for more solidarity with LGBTQ people in their churches Christian leaders gathered outside the U.S. Capitol building this week to call for more solidarity with LGBTQ people. We look at the conversations Black churches are having. Adelle Banks
Austin churches answer prayers for affordable housing — by building it themselves As fewer people attend church in the U.S., some religious institutions are wondering what to do with the land they own. In Austin, Texas, the answer is to build affordable housing. Audrey McGlinchy