It may surprise most people to know that there are many different rites within the Catholic Church. Before discussing these rites it is important to note that different sources disagree on exactly ...

It also strengthens and deepens the connection to the Church that is established at baptism ... However, there is no set age for the confirmation rite, and people are often confirmed as adults.

Catholics believe that Christians are made holy by carrying out these acts, and that the rites lead to a strengthening of humanity’s connection with God. The seven sacraments touch all stages ...

The 87-year-old pontiff – who turns 88 next month – enacted a new set of liturgical rites aimed at modernizing the Catholic ...

ANALYSIS: The revisions reflect Francis’ desire to simplify the rites and, in some instances, to dispense with centuries-old ...

Discover the new rules for the funerals of the Pontiffs, desired by Pope Francis for a simpler and more dignified rite.

Mexico’s bishops have issued a statement clarifying that there is no such thing as an approved "Mayan rite" of the Mass.