Francis emerged into the crowd at St. Peter's Square on Easter Sunday in his popemobile. The Vatican announced on Easter Monday that he died. The phrase "Christ is King" is being coopted by fringe elements, say the authors of a new scientific study on online engagements and more.

Pope Francis never visited Cincinnati, but his teachings and work influenced a generation of Catholics here who praised his work following his death.

The Rev. Dan Hess, who studied in Rome while Pope Francis began his papacy, described the pope's call to shake things up as "an exciting time."