Chicago Catholics mourn Pope Francis
Chicago-area Catholics mourned the death of Pope Francis and a requiem mass will be held at The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines Monday evening.
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Chicago-area Catholics mourned the death of Pope Francis and a requiem mass will be held at The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines Monday evening.
To the people of the congregation and the Hispanic community, the mass was a way to pay respects to the first Latin American pope. Marissa Sulek reports.
According to a death certificate, the 88-year-old pontiff died after having a stroke that put him into a coma and led to irreversible heart failure. Tina Kraus reports.
Chicago's Blase Cardinal Cupich remembers Pope Francis after his death in "a moment of profound loss." Other Chicago officials also reacted to the news.
A longtime Vatican correspondent shares his insights on the legacy of Pope Francis, a populist leader who sought to bring the Church closer to the people.
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
Pope Francis was known for praying the rosary as one of his favorite ways to talk to God, and so in the pope’s honor on Monday, people at the shrine reflected during the holy hour as Pope Francis once did. Sabrina Franza reports.
Pope Francis has been described as a compassionate man who welcomed "imperfect Catholics” — one of the many attributes that made Fr. Michael Pfleger, pastor of St. Sabina Parish in Chicago’s Auburn Gresham neighborhood, one of the pope’s biggest supporters. Dorothy Tucker reports.
The process happens here in the Sistine Chapel. During the conclave, Cardinals are not allowed to contact the outside world.
Chicago’s cardinal was elevated to his position by Pope Francis in 2016. He told Joe Donlon in February that he will remember Pope Francis for the fact that he always respected the people to whom he was talking and searched for common ground.
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope who was originally from Argentina, was known for his humble style and concern for the poor.
Fr. Pat McGrath, S.J., pastor of Old St. Pat’s Church in Chicago, talks with Marie Saavedra about the late Pope Francis, his character, and his legacy.
Vince Gerasole, from Todi, Italy, about 85 miles from Vatican City, gives a sense of how Italy is mourning.
From the day he was elected in 2013, Pope Francis was called the "People's Pope." As Dorothy Tucker reports, Pope Francis’ message that resonated with Catholics around the world — including many, right here in Chicago.
A requiem Mass for Pope Francis will be held at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines, Illinois Monday night as Chicago area Catholics mourn the death of the Holy Father.
Father McGrath of Old St. Patrick’s Church reacts as thousands, who were already expected to gather here for Easter Monday, are now expected to come to pray for Pope Francis.
The Vatican announced the 88-year-old pontiff's death Monday morning, saying he taught us to live the values of the gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love.
Chicago Catholics gathered at Easter Monday Masses to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and mourn the loss of the holy leader they called "Papa Francisco." His message of compassion and mercy for immigrants is very important to their community.
Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich will lead a memorial Mass for Pope Francis Wednesday before he leaves to attend his funeral and then the conclave.
In the wake of Pope Francis' death, members of the Chicago Archdiocese are calling on Catholics to honor his legacy by "being people of inclusion and hope."
Marissa Perlman reports live in Pilsen, where morning mass was held following the death of Pope Francis. The priest discussing the direction the church will take as it elects its next leader, especially as it comes to immigration issues in the Pilsen community.
After Pope Francis died at age 88, Chicago Archbishop Cardinal Blase Cupich shared his thoughts in this "moment of profound loss." Other Chicago officials also reacted to the news.
CBS News Reporter Vince Gerasole reports live from Todi, Italy with the latest reactions following the death of Pope Francis.
Father Greg Sakowicz of Holy Name Cathedral shared his thoughts following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday.
CBS News Chicago's Joe Donlon spoke to Cardinal Cupich back in February about what losing Pope Francis would mean to him. Cardinal Cupich remembers the Pope for being inclusive and having an "ease with people."
