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Five things we learn about Pope Francis from his new memoir
In Pope Francis' autobiography Hope he reiterates themes of his papacy like hatred of war and unchecked capitalism, and a desire for the Catholic Church to be seen as a field hospital, not a fortress.
Pope Francis is introspective and self-critical in his autobiography, at least about his youth
ROME -- An introspective Pope Francis has divulged some of the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the secret 2013 conclave that elected him pope and the resistance he has encountered ever since, in his autobiography being released Tuesday that also doubles down on some of his more controversial decisions as pontiff.
Pope Francis’ Autobiography, ‘Hope,’ Arrives in Bookstores
The book, which was six years in the making, vividly recreates Francis’ childhood in Buenos Aires but offers few new insights into his papacy.
Pope Francis tells in memoir how documents on abuse and corruption cases were handed to him
One of Francis’ lasting reforms will be his reshaping of the papacy to embrace simplicity and humility. In his new autobiography, “Hope,” he shows remarkable openness about his own failings.
Pope Francis’ new autobiography traces roots and rise to Vatican
Tuesday marks the release of the first autobiography by a living pope: “Hope” by Pope Francis. NBC’s Anne Thompson reports for TODAY on what’s included in the new book.
Pope Francis becomes first ever pontiff to publish autobiography
Pope Francis has released is autobiography "Hope". The book shares anecdotes from his life alongside his thoughts on the most trying issues of the era. View on euronews
Pope Benedict passed box of Vatican’s ‘most difficult and painful’ secrets over to Pope Francis: Book
At the beginning of Pope Francis’s papacy his controversial predecessor handed him a large white box stuffed with ...
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Pope Francis makes surprise stop at foundation supporting global charitable projects
Founded on principles of solidarity and subsidiarity, Fondazione Roma is a cornerstone of Italy’s philanthropic landscape.
In his first 2025 catechism lesson, Pope says anyone who exploits or abuses a child answers to God
Pope Francis has denounced the “scourge” of child labor and other abuses suffered by children, saying anyone who harms or ...
Biden cancels planned Rome visit with Pope Francis to focus on federal response to California wildfires
President Joe Biden has canceled a planned trip to Rome to meet with Pope Francis so that he can instead focus on federal ...
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Pope attends episcopal ordination of Rome’s new auxiliary bishop
Cardinal Baldassare Reina emphasized three fundamental aspects of episcopal ministry while emphasizing that episcopacy is ...
President Biden cancels Italy trip to meet Pope Francis due to Los Angeles wildfires
In what would have been his last overseas trip as president, Joe Biden had been set to depart for Italy Thursday night to ...
Rome's Jubilee transformations: Pope Francis thanks Mayor Gualtieri and highlights city's progress
We thank the Mayor for this work, for carrying the city forward» while «we admire with gratitude the results of the work ...
Biden Awards Pope Francis Medal of Freedom, Highest US Civilian Honor
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Joe Biden spoke with Pope Francis on Saturday and awarded him the Presidential Medal of ...
Biden cancels Rome visit with Pope Francis to focus on federal response to California wildfires
President Joe Biden has canceled a planned trip to Rome to meet with Pope Francis so that he can instead focus on federal ...