Pope Saint Francis

About Pope Saint Francis

Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1936, is the 266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church and the first Jesuit and Latin American pontiff. Elected in 2013, he has dedicated his papacy to humility, compassion, and social justice, emphasizing care for the poor, interfaith dialogue, and environmental responsibility. Known for his simple lifestyle and deep concern for human dignity, Pope Francis advocates for mercy, forgiveness, and inclusivity, urging the world to embrace love and peace over division.

“Today too, amid so much darkness, we need to see the light of hope and to be men and women who bring hope to others, to protect creation, to show tenderness… love and tenderness are the signs of a great, strong heart.” – Pope Francis