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 went on to renounce his father's wealth and devote his life to the poor, founding the franciscan order of friars. Bergoglio was elected on the fifth ballot and chose the name francis, in honor of st Pope francis died monday at the age of 88 As tributes pour in from around the world, the vatican faces a transition. Pope francis, a reformer who rattled the catholic church's conservatives and inspired some progressives, has died.
Explore pope francis' messages, teachings, and activities on the official vatican website. Pope francis, 88, died of a stroke and heart failure, the vatican said Francis was last seen sunday when he gave the traditional easter blessing from the balcony of st
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