Right from the start, upon his election, Pope Francis presented a whole new style of being pontiff.
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Pope Penned Major Documents On Reform, Evangelization, Caring For Creation
In documents issued his first 10 years in office, Pope Francis covered topics as diverse as strengthening one’s faith, evangelization, caring for creation, accompanying families and young people, and respecting indigenous peoples.
Boston Prelate Grateful for Reappointment to Pope’s ‘Kitchen Cabinet’
After finding out yesterday morning that he would remain a member of Pope Francis’ Council of Cardinals, Cardinal Seán O’Malley of Boston called the reappointment an honor, and commended the Holy Father for leading with a shepherd’s heart for the past decade.
Pope Francis has Brought ‘New Life, Fresh Air’ to Muslim-Catholic Relations, Say Experts
Over his decade-long papacy, Pope Francis has reinvigorated Catholic-Muslim relations through authentic friendships and a focus on shared concerns, two interfaith experts told said.
Praise, Protest for Pope Francis’ Outreach to LGBTQ Persons
Pope Francis has evoked both praise and protest for his outreach to LGBTQ persons during his decade-long papacy, as he has offered warmth and welcome while upholding the Catholic Church’s teaching on human sexuality.
Pope Francis has ‘Jumped Church Forward’ in Jewish-Catholic Relations, Say Experts
Pope Francis has accelerated Jewish-Catholic relations through friendship, fellowship and a commitment to fighting antisemitism, several interfaith experts said.
Pope Francis ‘New Approach’ Leads to ‘Positive Steps Forward’ in Indigenous-Catholic Relations, Say Experts
As he marks the tenth year of his papacy, Pope Francis has made progress in healing long-damaged relations between the Catholic Church and Indigenous peoples.
Catholic Aid Groups Network to Serve Needs of Turkey, Syria Quake Survivors
Catholic aid agencies are working alongside other international humanitarian organizations to house, feed and administer additional life-saving assistance to tens of thousands of people in Syria and Turkey.
Vatican Stamps Commemorate Pope’s 10th Anniversary
The Vatican Philatelic and Numismatic Office is marking the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ election with a series of four postage stamps.
Around the World in 10 Years: Pope’s 40 Trips Reflect His Priorities
Many of the 40 international trips Pope Francis has made over the past 10 years have been to countries where Christians are a minority or where he can draw close to people on the fringes of the world’s attention.