Pope Francis celebrated the Mass of the Lord's Supper in a juvenile detention facility.

A look at a dramatic change in the Catholic Church beginning with Pope Benedict XVI's resignation announcement.

CNS Bureau Chief Francis X. Rocca talks about the continuity of Pope Francis' pontificate with that of Pope Benedict XVI.

Pope Francis prays the Regina Coeli with pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square.

U.S. Rep. Chris Smith discusses the unique conciliatory role the pope has in world affairs.

A look at the person and place of St. Francis of Assisi, the inspiration for the name of the new pope.

A montage of Pope Francis' first celebration of the Easter triduum at the Vatican.

Father Thomas Rosica reflects on his role as the English language media attaché for journalists covering the conclave.

Pope Francis prays at the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome during his first morning as pope.

Pilgrims and dignitaries gathered in St. Peter's Square to witness the Mass for the beginning of the Petrine ministry.