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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 a new autobiography, “Hope,” he’s remarkably open about his own failings.

NPR · 15h

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.

The New York Times · 1d

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.

Yahoo · 17h

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.

Euronews (English) on MSN · 12h

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 Issues Health Update as He Rules Out Stepping Down

Pope Francis has downplayed health issues and insisted he has no plans to resign. "I am well," the 88-year-old says in his ...

Pope Francis, in new book, downplays health issues: 'I am well'

Pope Francis, who turned 88 last month and asked an aide to read a major speech last week due to a cold, says in a new book ...

Pope Francis baptizes 21 babies in an annual ceremony at the Sistine Chapel

Pope Francis has baptised 21 babies in the Sistine Chapel under the ceiling frescoed by Michelangelo, in what has become an ...

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REPORT: Pope Francis Appointed Left-Wing, Divisive Cardinal To DC Due To Trump Vatican Ambassador Pick

Pope Francis’ decision to appoint a liberal cardinal to the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C. was reportedly done in response ...

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Pope Francis Appoints Trump Critic D.C.-Area Archbishop—After Trump Taps Francis Critic As Vatican Ambassador

Francis’ liberal pick for Washington, D.C. archbishop is at odds with Trump’s choice for ambassador to the Vatican, Brian ...

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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 ...

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Pope Francis names first woman to head a major Vatican office, choosing an Italian nun

The appointment marks a major step in Pope Francis’ aim to give women more leadership roles in governing the church.

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Pope Francis has named the first woman to head a major Vatican office

ROME— Pope Francis on Monday named the first woman to head a major Vatican office, appointing an Italian nun, Sister Simona Brambilla, to become prefect of the department responsible for all the ...

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Pope Francis has named the first woman to head a major Vatican office, choosing an Italian nun

He is appointing Sister Simona Brambilla, an Italian nun, to become prefect of the Vatican department responsible for all the ...

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After nixed trip to Vatican City, Biden awards Pope Francis the highest US civilian honor

Biden spoke by phone with His Holiness Pope Francis Saturday morning and "expressed his deep regret" that he was unable to ...

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