Pope Francis.
266th pope of the Catholic Church from 2013 to 2025 (1936–2025)
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Pope Francis signed a declaration in Abu Dhabi regarding the UAE.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Iffert cited Pope Francis's apostolic letter as the court reviews religious land use restrictions in Kentucky.Some support1 report
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Meloni offered support to Pope Leo XIV as he announced health issues and called for an end to the war in Ukraine.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Various religious and commemorative events, including the World Day of Prayer for Peace, were held in Assisi, Italy, on October 6, 2026.Some support1 report
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Appointment of Mauro Gambetti signals a change to the old guard, embodying Pope Francis' modus gubernandi.Some support1 report
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Xi Jinping met US President Donald Trump in Washington while Pope Francis was welcomed by Obama at Joint Base Andrews.Some support1 report
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A discussion involving leaders from Silicon Valley, Santa Clara University, Pope Francis, and the Catholic Church focused on ethical leadership and elevating synodality as a church-wide practice.Some support1 report
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Leo XIV reversed damage done by Pope Francis.Well supported12 reports
One to three months ago
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Bishop Arnold addresses Catholics in England and Wales, coinciding with Pope Francis's message relevance to both nations.Some support1 report
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Pope Francis addresses climate concerns alongside Oxfam, utilizing reports tracked by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).Some support2 reports
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Leo XIV leads the Holy See, reversing salary cuts implemented by Pope Francis and noting the role of Vatican Museums as a revenue source.Some support1 report
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Amy-Jill Levine, executive board chair, presented her academic research book to Pope Francis.Some support2 reports
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Pope Francis offered insight into corruption issues within the United States.Some support1 report
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Pope Francis visited Philadelphia during the World Meeting of Families.Some support3 reports
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Pope Francis cited Jesus' words regarding the climate crisis.Some support1 report
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Pope Leo XIV addressed global conflict and creation, drawing from Isaiah's vision, while UST hosted a Mass.Some support1 report
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Leaders presented studies on the context of the Catholic Church to Pope Francis.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A local church was named a basilica by Pope Francis, while the community addressed travel needs across the Ohio River.Some support2 reports
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Pope Francis and the Holy See are conducting diplomatic missions, including addressing the vacant Archdiocese of Moscow and entrusting Matteo Zuppi with a mission.Some support1 report
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Pope Francis's Laudato Si encyclical is named after St. Francis of Assisi, while Jimenez issued a statement on deep-sea mining.Some support1 report
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Religious leaders and public opinion polls discuss the renunciation of nuclear weapons following the Hiroshima bombing.Some support2 reports
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Benedict XVI's resignation precedent has prompted discussions regarding reform within the Catholic Church, involving Pope Francis.Some support2 reports
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Pope Francis criticized wealth concentration exemplified by Elon Musk, while Musk's Mars ambitions and Saez/Zucman's economic trio were also reported.Some support1 report
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A new Fundamental Law supersedes a previous version, involving Pope Francis and Leo XIV.Some support1 report
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Pope Francis merged pontifical councils into a single dicastery, and a regional assembly of African countries was held in Nairobi, Kenya.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Reports detail the presence of Pope Francis and Franciscan pastor Viano in Argentina, alongside updates on Milei's presidency and policies.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Pope Francis uses his platform to draw attention to the migrant plight and discuss the economic benefits of immigration policy.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Leo and Pope Francis issued an apostolic letter critiquing the rise of Americanism.Some support1 report
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Pope Francis visited Bethlehem in 2014.Some support1 report
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JD Vance met with Pope Francis regarding religious leadership, coinciding with the publication of his memoir, and Vance criticized Kamala Harris in 2021.Some support2 reports
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Pope Francis and Rachel Goldberg-Polin advocated for Israeli hostage priorities after Hamas took her son hostage.Some support1 report
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Pope Francis is scheduled to meet in Rome.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Pope Francis criticized Europe's failure regarding migrant rights and discussed the situation from Gran Canaria.Some support1 report
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Al Gore and Pope Francis linked environmental issues to societal decay during a global tour, including a recent presentation in Nashville.Some support1 report
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Pope Francis visited South Korea for a five-day itinerary, including meetings in Seoul with leaders like President Park Geun-hye.Some support1 report
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Around Pope Francis this week
News at the entities that move Pope Francis most-
Leo XIV StructuralNPR produced a documentary on Flight 93's legacy and covered the conclave selecting Pope Leo XIV.Moves Pope Francis
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Park Geun-hye TransactionalPark Geun-hye was identified as the eldest daughter of Park Chung-hee.Moves Pope Francis
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Jesus Mentioned togetherJoseph saved for famine, contrasting Jesus' warning.Moves Pope Francis
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Andy Burnham TransactionalDWP, led by Andy Burnham, launched a youth opportunities program partnering with Wagamama, Mitchells & Butlers, and Burger King.Moves Pope Francis
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Catholic Church StructuralReligious shifts are influencing social debates within Chile.Moves Pope Francis
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JD Vance TransactionalDonald Trump plans a Greenville visit, while Barack Obama endorses Roy Cooper and JD Vance campaigns in Hendersonville.Moves Pope Francis
Connections
The 40 strongest of 55, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Leo XIV Structural
Leo XIV succeeds Pope Francis, actively following, fine-tuning, and reversing the policies and precedents established by his predecessor.
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Park Geun-hye Transactional
a deal or exchange
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Lampedusa Transactional
Pope Francis has made multiple visits to the island of Lampedusa.
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Sri Lanka Transactional
Pope Francis has used his platform to urge Sri Lankan authorities to clarify responsibility regarding attacks.
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Catholic Church Structural
Pope Francis exercises administrative and structural authority over the Catholic Church through reforms and status grants.
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Matteo Zuppi Operational
Pope Francis entrusted Matteo Zuppi with an informal diplomatic mission.
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Amy-Jill Levine Transactional
Amy-Jill Levine presented her scholarly work and book to Pope Francis.
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Mauro Gambetti Structural
Gambetti's functional role reflects the leadership model (modus gubernandi) of Pope Francis.
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Leo Operational
The relationship is characterized by Pope Francis issuing a critique of Americanism via an apostolic letter directed at Leo.
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Donald Trump Operational
Pope Francis actively criticized Donald Trump's anti-immigration policies, indicating a relationship of active conflict.
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JD Vance Transactional
The two entities met on 2026-06-16 to discuss matters concerning religious leadership.
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World Council of Churches Structural
Pope Francis's actions, such as establishing World Day of Prayer, involve the World Council of Churches.
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Holy See Structural
Pope Francis acts as the functional leader and provides support to the Holy See.
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Philadelphia Transactional
Pope Francis visited Philadelphia during the World Meeting of Families.
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Ronda Shared context
The city of Ronda operates within the functional context of the global religious body whose standards are set by the office of Pope Francis.
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Wales Shared context
Pope Francis's messages are viewed as relevant to the context and issues within Wales.
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Geraldina Boni Mentioned together
The relationship is noted in academic literature concerning the legislative and global approaches of Pope Francis.
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Broglio Mentioned together
Broglio aligns with the Church's stance on capital punishment.
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Jesus Mentioned together
Pope Francis cites Jesus' teachings on the climate crisis.
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Al Gore Mentioned together
The leaders shared a thematic focus on how environmental issues contribute to broader societal decay.
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Assisi Mentioned together
Pope Francis references the historical figure of Saint Francis of Assisi and has visited Assisi for religious events.
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John XXIII Mentioned together
John XXIII's encyclical Pacem in Terris influenced Pope Francis's Laudato Si'.
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Benedict XVI Mentioned together
Benedict XVI's precedent of resignation influences discussions regarding reform under Pope Francis.
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Andy Burnham Transactional
Andy Burnham appealed to Pope Francis for support in his political endeavors.
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Elon Musk Mentioned together
Pope Francis has publicly criticized wealth concentration, using Elon Musk as a specific example.
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Nagasaki Mentioned together
The two entities are co-mentioned in articles discussing the issue of nuclear risk affecting Nagasaki.
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Gaza Strip Shared context
Pope Francis has publicly called for a genocide investigation regarding the situation in the Gaza Strip.
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Europe Operational
Pope Francis actively urges European leaders to assist with arrivals.
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Bethlehem Transactional
Pope Francis made a visit to Bethlehem in 2014.
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Moscow Mentioned together
Pope Francis's potential travel plans are conditionally linked to visiting Moscow.
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Barack Obama Transactional
Barack Obama welcomed Pope Francis at Joint Base Andrews.
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Joint Base Andrews Transactional
A specific historical event involved Obama welcoming Pope Francis at the Joint Base Andrews.
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James Talarico Mentioned together
James Talarico has publicly praised Pope Francis's pro-life stance.
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Argentina Shared context
Pope Francis is currently present in his home country, Argentina.
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Seoul Shared context
Pope Francis conducted official business, including addressing leaders, while situated in Seoul.
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World Meteorological Organization Mentioned together
Pope Francis addressed climate concerns that are tracked by the World Meteorological Organization.
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Alexander Lukashenko Mentioned together
Co-mentioned regarding the alleged role of the Vatican in geopolitical talks.
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John Iffert Mentioned together
John Iffert cited an apostolic letter issued by Pope Francis.
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England Mentioned together
Pope Francis's messages are noted as being relevant to England.
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Norah O'Donnell Mentioned together
Norah O'Donnell conducted an exclusive interview with Pope Francis in Rome.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
4 events- Iffert cited Pope Francis's apostolic letter as the court reviews religious land use restrictions in Kentucky.
- Meloni offered support to Pope Leo XIV as he announced health issues and called for an end to the war in Ukraine.
- Various religious and commemorative events, including the World Day of Prayer for Peace, were held in Assisi, Italy, on October 6, 2026.
- Appointment of Mauro Gambetti signals a change to the old guard, embodying Pope Francis' modus gubernandi.
September 2026
8 events- Pope Francis signed a declaration in Abu Dhabi regarding the UAE.
- Xi Jinping met US President Donald Trump in Washington while Pope Francis was welcomed by Obama at Joint Base Andrews.
- A discussion involving leaders from Silicon Valley, Santa Clara University, Pope Francis, and the Catholic Church focused on ethical leadership and elevating synodality as a church-wide practice.
- Bishop Arnold addresses Catholics in England and Wales, coinciding with Pope Francis's message relevance to both nations.
- Pope Francis addresses climate concerns alongside Oxfam, utilizing reports tracked by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
- Leo XIV leads the Holy See, reversing salary cuts implemented by Pope Francis and noting the role of Vatican Museums as a revenue source.
- Pope Francis offered insight into corruption issues within the United States.
- Pope Francis visited Philadelphia during the World Meeting of Families.
August 2026
10 events- Amy-Jill Levine, executive board chair, presented her academic research book to Pope Francis.
- Pope Francis cited Jesus' words regarding the climate crisis.
- Pope Leo XIV addressed global conflict and creation, drawing from Isaiah's vision, while UST hosted a Mass.
- Leaders presented studies on the context of the Catholic Church to Pope Francis.
- A local church was named a basilica by Pope Francis, while the community addressed travel needs across the Ohio River.
- Pope Francis and the Holy See are conducting diplomatic missions, including addressing the vacant Archdiocese of Moscow and entrusting Matteo Zuppi with a mission.
- Pope Francis's Laudato Si encyclical is named after St. Francis of Assisi, while Jimenez issued a statement on deep-sea mining.
- Religious leaders and public opinion polls discuss the renunciation of nuclear weapons following the Hiroshima bombing.
- Pope Francis criticized wealth concentration exemplified by Elon Musk, while Musk's Mars ambitions and Saez/Zucman's economic trio were also reported.
- A new Fundamental Law supersedes a previous version, involving Pope Francis and Leo XIV.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
4 events- Benedict XVI's resignation precedent has prompted discussions regarding reform within the Catholic Church, involving Pope Francis.
- Pope Francis merged pontifical councils into a single dicastery, and a regional assembly of African countries was held in Nairobi, Kenya.
- Reports detail the presence of Pope Francis and Franciscan pastor Viano in Argentina, alongside updates on Milei's presidency and policies.
- Leo and Pope Francis issued an apostolic letter critiquing the rise of Americanism.
June 2026
9 events- Leo XIV reversed damage done by Pope Francis.
- Pope Francis uses his platform to draw attention to the migrant plight and discuss the economic benefits of immigration policy.
- Pope Francis visited Bethlehem in 2014.
- JD Vance met with Pope Francis regarding religious leadership, coinciding with the publication of his memoir, and Vance criticized Kamala Harris in 2021.
- Pope Francis and Rachel Goldberg-Polin advocated for Israeli hostage priorities after Hamas took her son hostage.
- Pope Francis is scheduled to meet in Rome.
- Pope Francis criticized Europe's failure regarding migrant rights and discussed the situation from Gran Canaria.
- Al Gore and Pope Francis linked environmental issues to societal decay during a global tour, including a recent presentation in Nashville.
- Pope Francis visited South Korea for a five-day itinerary, including meetings in Seoul with leaders like President Park Geun-hye.