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.
'I didn’t want to journey alone': Pope Francis releases autobiography
In this new, deeply personal autobiography, published January 15, Pope Francis does not reveal new information but instead retraces the encounters that shaped his early years and his family's history.
Pope Francis’ New Autobiography ‘Hope’ Hits Bookshelves In 80 Countries
The book, six years in the making, vividly recreates Pope Francis’ childhood in Buenos Aires and offers few new insights into his papacy. The book is enhanced by remarkable photographs, including private and unpublished material made personally available by Francis himself.
Pope Francis tells in memoir how documents on abuse and corruption cases were handed to him
One of Pope Francis’ lasting reforms will be ... It follows the publication of another Francis memoir, “Life,” last year. “Hope” was originally due to be published after the pontiff ...
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 sitting pontiff to publish autobiography
Pope Francis has released his autobiography "Hope". The book shares anecdotes from his life alongside his thoughts on the most trying issues of the era. View on euronews
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Pope Francis’ Health: Here’s a Timeline of His Medical Issues in Recent Years
Francis spent much of the past decade in relatively good health but has dealt with several painful medical conditions over ...
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Pope looks back on his life
Pope Francis also discusses his health and asserts again that he has never thought of resigning, although like his predecessors he had prepared a letter early in his pontificate offering his ...
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Pope Francis Issues Health Update as He Rules Out Stepping Down
Pope Pius II's autobiographical chronicles, The Commentaries, were produced during his lifetime in the mid-fifteenth century. The book recounts Francis' life growing up in Argentina—he was born ...
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Pope Francis’ autobiography ‘Hope’ is out this week
“Life, My Story Through History,” in the spring of 2024. “Pope Francis is unlike any who came before,” a White House statement said. “Above all, he is the People’s Pope — a light of ...
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In Autobiography, Pope Francis Reveals What He Received From Predecessor
Pope Francis cites Benedict XVI only in a few passages in his over 300-page autobiography Pope Francis' predecessor, Benedict XVI, handed him a large white box containing several confidential ...
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Pope Francis, in new book, downplays health issues: 'I am well'
Pope Francis feels healthy, no plans to resign Pope defends blessings for same-sex couples New book "Hope" reviews Francis's life and decisions VATICAN CITY, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Pope ...
Biden awards Pope Francis with Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction
President Joe Biden awarded Pope Francis with a Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction during a phone call on Saturday, according to the White House.
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Pope looks back on his life, urges people to look to future with hope
While calling himself an "old man" and saying he never expected to be pope this long, Pope Francis said he still has dreams ...