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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
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
Francis - Baby Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity Francis Origin and Meaning The name Francis is a boy's name of Latin origin meaning "Frenchman or free man" Since this was the name chosen by the late Roman Catholic pope in 2013, Francis has come into the spotlight
5 Things You Should Know About St. Francis Xavier Recognized as the patron saint of missions, St Francis Xavier led a ministry that was uniquely focused on cultural assimilation As we celebrate his Memorial on December 3, we invite you to discover five things you should know about his life and ministry