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Name | Francis (Jorge Mario Bergoglio) |
Address | Palace of the Governate of Vatican City State Vatican City, , Vatican City |
Email | None |
Website | [Link] |
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December 17, 1936
(87 years)
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Last Modifed | IndyGeorgia Jun 25, 2020 08:24pm |
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Info | Jorge Bergoglio was born in Buenos Aires, one of the five children of an Italian railway worker and his wife. After studying at the seminary in Villa Devoto, he entered the Society of Jesus on March 11, 1958. Bergoglio obtained a licentiate in philosophy from the Colegio Máximo San José in San Miguel, and then taught literature and psychology at the Colegio de la Inmaculada in Santa Fe, and the Colegio del Salvador in Buenos Aires. He was ordained to the priesthood on December 13, 1969, by Archbishop Ramón José Castellano. He attended the Philosophical and Theological Faculty of San Miguel, a seminary in San Miguel. Bergoglio attained the position of novice master there and became professor of theology.
Impressed with his leadership skills, the Society of Jesus promoted Bergoglio and he served as provincial for Argentina from 1973 to 1979. He was transferred in 1980 to become the rector of the seminray in San Miguel where had had studied. He served in that capacity until 1986. He completed his doctoral dissertation in Germany and returned to his homeland to serve as confessor and spiritual director in Córdoba.
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Bergoglio succeeded Cardinal Quarracino on February 28, 1998. He was concurrently named ordinary for Eastern Catholics in Argentina, who lacked their own prelate. Pope John Paul II summoned the newly named archbishop to the consistory of February 21, 2001 in Vatican City and elevated Bergoglio with the papal honors of a cardinal. He was named to the Cardinal-Priest of Saint Robert Bellarmino.
As cardinal, Bergoglio was appointed to several administrative positions in the Roman Curia. He served on the Congregation of Clergy, Congregation of Divine Worship and Sacraments, Congregation of Institutes of Consecrated Life and the Congregation of Societies of Apostolic Life. Bergoglio became a member of the Commission on Latin American and the Family Council.
As Cardinal, Bergoglio became known for personal humility, doctrinal conservatism and a commitment to social justice. A simple lifestyle has contributed to his reputation for humility. He lives in a small apartment, rather than in the palatial bishop's residence. He gave up his chauffeured limousine in favor of public transportation, and he reportedly cooks his own meals.
Upon the death of Pope John Paul II, Bergoglio, considered papabile himself, participated in the 2005 papal conclave as a cardinal elector, the conclave that selected Pope Benedict XVI. A widespread theory says that he was in a tight fight with Ratzinger until he himself adviced crying not to be voted. Earlier, he had participated in the funeral of Pope John Paul II and acted as a regent alongside the College of Cardinals, governing the Holy See and the Roman Catholic Church during the interregnum sede vacante period. Cardinal Bergoglio remains eligible to participate in conclaves that begin before his 80th birthday on December 17, 2016.
During the 2005 Synod of Bishops, he was elected a member of the Post-Synodal council. Catholic journalist John L. Allen, Jr. reported that Bergoglio was a frontrunner in the 2005 Conclave. An unauthorized diary of uncertain authenticity released in September 2005 confirmed that Bergogolio was the runner-up and main challenger of Cardinal Ratzinger at that conclave. The purported diary of the anonymous cardinal claimed Bergoglio received 40 votes in the third ballot, but fell back to 26 at the fourth and decisive ballot.
On November 8, 2005, Bergoglio was elected President of the Argentine Episcopal Conference for a three-year term (2005–2008) by a large majority of the Argentine bishops, which according to reports confirms his local leadership and the international prestige earned by his alleged performance in the conclave. He was reelected on November 11, 2008.
Liberation theology
Bergoglio is an accomplished theologian who distanced himself from liberation theology early in his career. He is thought to be close to Comunione e Liberazione, a conservative lay movement.
Abortion and euthanasia
Cardinal Bergoglio has invited his clergy and laity to oppose both abortion and euthanasia.
Homosexuality
He has affirmed church teaching on homosexuality, though he teaches the importance of respecting individuals who are gay. He strongly opposed legislation introduced in 2010 by the Argentine Government to allow same-sex marriage. In a letter to the monasteries of Buenos Aires, he wrote: "Let's not be naive, we're not talking about a simple political battle; it is a destructive pretension against the plan of God. We are not talking about a mere bill, but rather a machination of the Father of Lies that seeks to confuse and deceive the children of God." He has also insisted that adoption by gays and lesbians is a form of discrimination against children. This position received a rebuke from Argentine president Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, who said the church's tone was reminiscent of "medieval times and the Inquisition".
Church and AIDS
His doctrinal orthodoxy emphasizes Christ's mandate to love: he is well remembered for his 2001 visit to a hospice, in which he washed and kissed the feet of twelve AIDS patients.
Social justice
He consistently preaches a message of compassion towards the poor, but somewho? observers would like him to place a greater emphasis on issues of social justice. Rather than articulating positions on matters of political economy, Bergoglio prefers to emphasize spirituality and holiness, believing that this will naturally lead to greater concern for the suffering of the poor. He has, however, voiced support for social programs, and publicly challenged free-market policies.
Relations with the Argentine government
On April 15, 2005, a human rights lawyer filed a criminal complaint against Bergoglio, accusing him of conspiring with the junta in 1976 to kidnap two Jesuit priests, whom he, as superior of the Society of Jesus of Argentina in 1976, had asked to leave their pastoral work following conflict within the Society over how to respond to the new military dictatorship, with some priests advocating a violent overthrow. Bergoglio's spokesman has flatly denied the allegations. No evidence was presented linking the cardinal to this crime.
Other functions of Cardinal Bergoglio
Member of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments
Member of the Congregation for the Clergy.
Member of the Congregation for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life
Member of the Pontifical Council for the Family
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Aug 31, 2023 10:20am |
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Pope Says a Strong U.S. Faction Offers a Backward, Narrow View of the Church
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IndyGeorgia |
Mar 28, 2023 02:00pm |
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Fake photos of Pope Francis in a puffer jacket go viral, highlighting the power and peril of AI
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Jul 25, 2022 12:00pm |
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Francis Begs Forgiveness for ‘Evil’ Christians Inflicted on Indigenous People
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IndyGeorgia |
Feb 25, 2022 02:30pm |
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Pope Francis visits Russian Embassy in Rome in break with protocol
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IndyGeorgia |
Oct 21, 2020 09:00am |
Announcement |
Pope Francis declares support for same-sex civil unions for the first time as pope
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IndyGeorgia |
Aug 02, 2018 12:00am |
Statement |
Pope changes teaching to oppose death penalty in all cases
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Article |
IndyGeorgia |
May 21, 2018 10:45am |
Statement |
Pope Francis reportedly tells gay man: "God made you like this and he loves you"
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RP |
Apr 12, 2015 11:00am |
Statement |
Pope Francis calls Armenian slaughter 'first genocide of the 20th century'
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Article |
IndyGeorgia |
Sep 19, 2013 11:00am |
News |
Pope Bluntly Faults Church’s Focus on Gays and Abortion
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Homegrown Democrat |
Sep 11, 2013 01:20pm |
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Pope Francis tells atheists to abide by their own consciences
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Article |
Homegrown Democrat |
Sep 07, 2013 01:00pm |
General |
Pope Francis Leads Global Prayer Vigil for Syria
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Article |
Homegrown Democrat |
Aug 23, 2013 07:00pm |
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Write the pope, and he might call back
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Article |
IndyGeorgia |
Jul 29, 2013 04:40am |
Statement |
Pope says gays must not be judged or marginalized
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Imperator |
Jul 27, 2013 07:00pm |
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Pope Draws Millions to Rio de Janeiro Beach
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Article |
IndyGeorgia |
May 18, 2013 04:15pm |
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Pope Francis Insists Church Must Help Poor, Not 'Speak Of Theology'
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Homegrown Democrat |
May 18, 2013 07:00am |
News |
Pope blames tyranny of capitalism for making people miserable
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Homegrown Democrat |
May 02, 2013 06:00am |
News |
Pope Francis condemns Bangladesh garment factory as ‘slave labour’
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IndyGeorgia |
Apr 14, 2013 08:00pm |
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Pope Francis Advisory Council To Reform Church With Permanent Panel Of 8 Cardinals
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IndyGeorgia |
Mar 28, 2013 10:15pm |
News |
Pope Washes Women's Feet in Break With Church Law
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Homegrown Democrat |
Mar 21, 2013 04:00pm |
News |
Pope Francis: U.S. was ‘stupid’ for shuffling around pedophile priests instead of firing them
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RBH |
Mar 21, 2013 03:00pm |
News |
Pope Francis breaks the mould again with ceremony at prison instead of St Peter's
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RBH |
Mar 21, 2013 01:00pm |
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Pope calls Argentine kiosk owner to cancel paper delivery
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Article |
RBH |
Mar 20, 2013 02:25am |
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Does Pope Francis Support LGBT Civil Unions?
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Mar 16, 2013 08:25am |
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Pope Francis wants Church to be poor, and for the poor
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