Located in Rio's downtown, the Metropolitan Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of St. Sebastian of Rio de Janeiro, is a unique masterpiece and a must-see for those interested in architecture.

RIO DE JANEIRO – Pope Francis is celebrating Mass in Rio de Janeiro's massive cathedral as he begins the culminating weekend of his first international trip, to the church's World Youth Day. An ...

Cardinal Orani Tempesta of Rio de Janeiro blesses a homeless Jesus sculpture Nov. 18 in Rio de Janeiro. The event ended a weeklong series of activities to celebrate World Day of the Poor. (Credit: CNS ...

Pope Francis has again called on his followers to reach out to people on the fringes of society. During a Mass at Rio's Municipal Cathedral, Francis told Bishops they must get out of their churches ...

Crowds greeted Pope Francis in his open-topped vehicle on his way to celebrate Holy Mass at the Metropolitan Cathedral of St Sebastian in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday. Earlier, the Pope joined crowds of ...