Pope Francis
Subtitle: first pope from the Americas
By: Stephanie Watson
Series: Gateway biographies; Gateway biographies (Lerner Publications Company)
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 48
ISBN-13: 9781467721769; 9781467721868
Subjects: Popes; Juvenile literature; Biography
Description: "On March 19, 2013, Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina became Pope Francis, the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church. His election to the papacy was notable in many ways. He became the first pope from the Americas, the first pope from the Southern Hemisphere, the first non-European pope in more than 1,200 years, the first Jesuit pope, and the first pope to choose the name Francis. Pope Francis was not the person that most people expected to ascend to the papacy when Pope Benedict XVI resigned from the role in late February 2013. While serving as the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Cardinal Bergoglio was known for his dedication to helping the poor and admired for his modest lifestyle. After his inauguration, Pope Francis retained many of his humble ways. People around the globe eagerly watch to see what changes he might bring about in the Catholic Church. Follow Pope Francis's journey to the papacy, from his days as a young chemist to his studies of theology. Learn more about his beliefs and hobbies - including his interests in soccer and tango dancing. Find out the true story behind the man who became the 266th pope."--Back cover.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 45-47) and index.

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Table of contents: title: The future Pope is born; title: Cruel new leaders; title: Ministering to the poor; title: The humble Cardinal; title: Almost Pope; title: The two sides of Cardinal Bergoglio; title: The Pope steps down; title: Meet the new Pope; title: How will he lead?; title: Important dates.