What religion is El Papa?
Catholic Following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI on 28 February 2013, a papal conclave elected Bergoglio as his successor on 13 March. He chose Francis as his papal name in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi….
| Pope Francis | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Argentine (with Vatican citizenship) |
| Denomination | Catholic |
| Residence | Domus Sanctae Marthae |
What happened Pope Francis?
ROME — The Vatican announced that Pope Francis had responded well to colon surgery in a hospital in Rome on Sunday evening, overcoming the first significant health challenge in a pontificate that has lasted more than eight years and shifted the priorities and direction of the Roman Catholic Church.
What is Pope Francis known for?
Francis, also called Francis I, original name Jorge Mario Bergoglio, (born December 17, 1936, Buenos Aires, Argentina), the bishop of Rome and the leader of the Roman Catholic Church (2013– ). He was the first pope from the Western Hemisphere, the first from South America, and the first from the Jesuit order.
Why does the pope change his name?
Roman Catholics consider Peter to be the first pope. Since John II, it's believed that all popes have chosen a new name, often assuming the name of a previous pope whom they admired or whose work they hoped to continue or emulate. "Once they get to be pope, they can choose whatever name they want," Portier said.
Who is Pope Francis parents?
Regina Maria Sivori Mario Jose Bergoglio Pope Francis/Parents Jorge Mario Bergoglio, pictured below with his family in Argentina, was born in Flores, Buenos Aires on December 17, 1936 to Mario Giuseppe Francesco Bergoglio (born in Torino) and Regina Maria Sivori.
Who can become Pope?
The next pope doesn't necessarily have to be a cardinal. There are only two requirements for becoming pope: being male and being baptized into the Catholic Church.
Where is Pope Francis now?
the Vatican City State He was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina in 1936. He became the Archbishop of Buenos Aires in 1998, and was created a Cardinal in 2001. Francis is the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church, in which capacity he is Bishop of Rome and absolute Sovereign of the Vatican City State.