- Pope Francis - Wikipedia
He chose Francis as his papal name in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi Throughout his papacy, Francis was noted for his humility, emphasis on God's mercy, international visibility, commitment to interreligious dialogue, and concern for the poor, migrants, and refugees
- Francis | Pope, Born, Death, Real Name, Laudato Si’, Facts - Britannica
Bergoglio was elected on the fifth ballot and chose the name Francis, in honor of St Francis of Assisi (1181 82–1226), who lived a life of humble service to the poor, and also recalling St Francis Xavier (1506–52), a founding member of the Jesuits
- St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church in Wilsonville, OR
St Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church is an oasis of peace and a sanctuary of love with services in English and Spanish All are welcome All are beloved
- Meaning, origin and history of the name Francis
This name was borne by the 13th-century Saint Francis of Assisi, who was originally named Giovanni but was given the nickname Francesco by his father, an admirer of the French Francis went on to renounce his father's wealth and devote his life to the poor, founding the Franciscan order of friars
- The life and legacy of Pope Francis : The Picture Show : NPR
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88 He was the first Latin American pontiff, the first non-European pope in more than a millennium, and he left behind a legacy of service and compassion
- The Eucharistic Piety of St. Francis of Assisi - Catholic Exchange
St Francis is often reduced to a gentle lover of nature, but his writings reveal a powerful Eucharistic devotion at the heart of his life and mission
- Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday aged 88 - Vatican News
The Pope’s clinical situation gradually worsened, and his doctors diagnosed bilateral pneumonia on Tuesday, February 18 After 38 days in hospital, the late Pope Francis returned to his Vatican residence at the Casa Santa Marta to continue his recovery
- Pope Francis: Biography, Catholic Church Leader, Jorge Bergoglio
Pope Francis, born Jorge Bergoglio, was the first pope of the Roman Catholic Church from Latin America Read about his education, priesthood, death, and more
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