Pope Francis: Pope Francis, bon Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires Argentina is the 266th Pope of the Roman catholic Church and the first Pope from the Americas. He was elected as Pope 1 March 13, 2013 succeeding Pope XVI, who resigned- a rare event in Papal history.
Pope Francis Biography
| Name | Pope Francis |
| Full name | Jorge Mario Bergoglio |
| Gender | Male |
| Profession | Priest, Author |
| Date of Birth | December 17, 1936 |
| Date of Death | April 21, 2025 |
| Age (as of 2025) | 88 years |
| Birthplace | Flores, Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Hometown | Flores, Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Died Place | Domus Sanctae Marthae, Vatican City |
| Zodiac sign | Sagittarius |
| Religion Roman | Catholic |
| Nationality | Argentina |
Physical Status
| Height (approx.) | 5 feet 9 inches |
| Weight (approx.) | 75 kg |
| Eye colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Gray |
Pope Francis Family
| Father | Mario |
| Mother | Regina Maria Sivori |
| Siblings | Alberto Horacio Bergoglio Oscar Adrian Bergoglio Marta Regina Bergoglio Maria Elena Bergoglio |
Personal Information
| Marital status | Unmarried |
Early Life and Education
Bergoglio’s background is the Italian immigrant community of Argentina. Following early studies aimed at becoming a chemical technician, he worked briefly in the food processing industry. He then discovered a strong vocation for the church. Early life was affected by a health issue, as he developed a bad cash of pneumonia add about age 21 and lost part of a lung.
He joined the jesuit novitate in 1958, the start of his formal religious education. He then went on to study humanities at the academic level in Santiago, chile and studied for a licentiate inflosophy in Buenos Aires. Following graduation, he taught literature and physicallogy at the high school level along with technology studies. Bergoglio was ordained as a priest in 1969 and professed his final vows as a member of the jesuit order in 1973. He then became superior of the Argentina jesuit provience from 1973-79.
Pope Francis Career
Early Life and Priesthood
- 1969: Pope Francis entered the society of Jesus ( the Jesuit order) and became Jesuit Priest.
- 1973: he and a bachelors degree in philosophy from Colegio maximo de San Jose, a Jesuit University in Buenos Aires.
- 1979: Ordained as a priest, he began serving in various capacities, including teaching and pastoral duties.
- 1980s: he studied theology in Germany and later became the provincial superior (leader) of the Jesuit in Argentina.
Rise to Archbishop:
- 1992: Pope Francis was appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Buenos Aires and became ekee figure in the Archdiocese.
- 1998: He was made the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, one of the most important positions in the Catholic Church in Argentina. During this time, he became known for his focus on social issues, humility and advocacy for the poor.
- 2001: he was named cardinal by Pope John Paul Il, solidifying his role as a key ladder within the church.
Cardinal and Papal Election:
- 2005: Pope Francis became the cardinal of Buenos Aires, where he gained International recognition for his humility friend commitment to Social justice.
- 2013: following the signation of Pope Benedict XVI, Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected as Pope Francis on March 13, 2013 becoming the first Pope from the America’s and the first Jesuit Pope.
Papcy:
Pope Francis Papacy has been marked by efforts to modernize the Catholic Church, focusing on poverty, environment issues and interpreth dialogue.
Some of his key achievements include:
- Humility and Simplicity: Known for rejecting the luxurious Papal lifestyle, Pope Francis lives modesty, choosing to stay in guest house rather than the Apostolic Palace.
- Social Justice Advocate: he has been a vocal critic of economic inequality, climate change and the treatment of migrants.
- Reforming the Church: he has worked on Church reforms, including improving transparency, addressing sexual abuse second else and promoting gender equality within the church.
- Interfere Relations: Pope Francis has worked on building stronger relationships with Muslim Jewish and orthodox Christian communities, emphasizing mutual respect and peace.
Pope Francis Death
Pope Francis born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, passed away on April 21, 2025 at the age of 88, at his residencs in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis died from a stroke, which led to a comma and irreversible cardiac arrest. He had also been managing type to diabetes and hypertension.
The Papacy and Key Achievements
The retirement of Pope Benedict XVI in February 2013 set the stage for Bergoglio’s election. He took the name Francis about St. Francis of Assisi to, living a life of simple service to the poor. He also remember St. Francis Xavier, Co-founder of the Jesuit.
Pope Francis has sense emphasized spiritual renewal and concern for the poor and condemned forces that deflect the church from its ministry. He made the unprecedented move of creating a Council of eight cardinals to assist him with Church policy. His remarks expressing Christ had “redeemed all of us”even non catholics were interpreted as gestures of outreach and goodwill.
His Papacy has been marked by significant documents such as Laudato si (2015), an encyclical that the climate crisis and champion environmental stewardship.
Despite criticism, Pope Francis has certainly left indelible on the Catholic Church and the world.
Pope Francis Net worth
Pope Francis’s Net worth is estimated to be around $16 million USD.
FAQs
Who was Pope Francis?
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, was the 266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. He served as the Bishop of Rome and spiritual leader of over 1.3 billion catholics worldwide.
Where was Pop Francis born?
He was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on December 17, 1936.
What was Pope Francis’s real name?
His birth name was Jorge Mario Bergoglio.
Did Popes get married?
No, Popes do not marry.
