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
Pope Leo visits tomb of St Francis in Assisi - Vatican News Pope Leo visits tomb of St Francis in Assisi Pope Leo XIV arrives in Assisi and pays a visit to the tomb of St Francis, saying his witness is especially important "at a time when the world is searching for signs of hope ” By Benedetta Capelli - Assisi “It is a blessing to be able to come here today to this sacred place
Francis - Meaning, Nicknames, Origins and More | Namepedia The name "Francis" is historically associated with notable figures such as Saint Francis of Assisi, Francis Bacon, and Francis Scott Key It has been borne by influential individuals across various fields, including religion, philosophy, literature, and music
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