Mighty and meek say farewell to Pope Francis during Vatican funeral, last popemobile ride

According to Vatican estimates, some 250,000 people flocked to the funeral Mass, while 150,000 more lined the motorcade route through downtown Rome to witness the first funeral procession for a pope in a century.

For many Mainers, Pope Francis’ impact and legacy are personal

The pontiff spent his 12-year tenure preaching what he called the joy of the gospel and emphasizing compassion. That message resonated among myriad Catholics and non-Catholics alike.

Donald Trump, Susan Collins among dignitaries in attendance at Pope Francis’ funeral

Maine's senior senator led a small Senate delegation to Rome for the funeral Saturday.

Maine churches holding special gatherings in remembrance of Pope Francis

There are Masses and opportunities for prayer.

Tell us what Pope Francis meant to you

What are the church’s rites for the death of a pope and the election of a new one?

The death of a pope triggers a centuries-old ritual to elect a new one involving sacred oaths, the piercing of ballots with a needle and thread after they're counted, and the famed white or black smoke to signal to the world whether a new pontiff has been elected.

Maine community leaders remember Pope Francis as humble, charitable pontiff

Pope Francis, 88, died Monday morning after more than 12 years as head of the Catholic Church.

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff with charming, humble style, dies

Francis, who was 88, made his last public appearance on Easter Sunday.

Maine’s Catholic diocese is tapping into solar power

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland has leased land to solar developers to build what are believed to be the first arrays on church property in the state.

Local nonprofit group seeks to increase spiritual healing

Organization looks to buy Hampshire Street building in Auburn to expand outreach programs and help restore relationships in families battling addiction.