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, …
Francis, the First Latin American Pope, Dies at 88
Apr 21, 2025 · Francis not only came from another part of the world: influenced by his Latin American populist roots, he also saw the world differently than his predecessors did.
As a year of two popes ends, Catholics and the world watch as Leo …
5 days ago · While the year was marked by profound change, the new pope emphasized his intention to lead the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics in a spirit of continuity with his predecessor.
Francis | Pope, Born, Death, Real Name, Laudato Si’, & Facts
Mar 13, 2013 · 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 …
Pope Francis Death: World's 1.4 billion Catholics mourn after …
Apr 22, 2025 · Pope Francis Death: World's 1.4 billion Catholics mourn after Vatican says pope died of stroke and heart failure
Pope Francis dies aged 88 - Financial Times
Apr 21, 2025 · Pope Francis, leader of the world’s 1.4bn Catholics, has died at the age of 88, the Vatican has announced, weeks after he returned home from hospital having battled double …
Pope Francis dies at 88 - CNBC
Apr 21, 2025 · Pope John Paul II appointed Francis a bishop in 1992, and six years later Francis became archbishop of Buenos Aires. In 2001 John Paul made him a cardinal.
Pope Francis, First Latin American Pope, Dies at 88 on Easter …
Apr 21, 2025 · Pope Francis died at 88 on Easter Monday, more than 12 years after he became the first Latin American pope.
Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Apr 21, 2025 · Pope Francis charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change.
Pope Francis has died, aged 88. These were his greatest reforms – …
Apr 21, 2025 · Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday, aged 88, the Vatican announced. The head of the Catholic Church had recently survived being hospitalised with double pneumonia.