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Pope Francis: First Pope from the Americas
Contributor(s): Watson, Stephanie (Author)
ISBN: 146772176X     ISBN-13: 9781467721769
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
OUR PRICE:   $30.39  
Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats
Published: August 2013
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BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Religious (see Also Religious - Christian - Bio
- Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - Europe
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Religion - Christianity
Dewey: B
LCCN: 2013013761
Lexile Measure: 900
Series: Gateway Biographies (Hardcover)
Physical Information: 0.34" H x 6.84" W x 9.68" (0.62 lbs) 48 pages
Themes:
- Religious Orientation - Christian
- Religious Orientation - Catholic
- Chronological Period - 21st Century
- Chronological Period - 20th Century
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 160200
Reading Level: 6.2   Interest Level: Middle Grades   Point Value: 1.0
 
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On March 19, 2013, Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina became Pope Francis, the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church. His election to the papacy was notable in many ways. He became the first pope from the Americas, the first pope from the Southern Hemisphere, the first non-European pope in more than 1,200 years, the first Jesuit pope, and the first pope to choose the name Francis.

Pope Francis was not the person that most people expected to ascend to the papacy when Pope Benedict XVI resigned from the role in late February 2013. While serving as the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Cardinal Bergoglio was known for his dedication to helping the poor and admired for his modest lifestyle. After his inauguration, Pope Francis retained many of his humble ways. People around the globe eagerly watch to see what changes he might bring about in the Catholic Church.

Follow Pope Francis's journey to the papacy, from his days as a young chemist to his studies of theology. Learn more about his beliefs and hobbies--including his interests in soccer and tango dancing. Find out the true story behind the man who became the 266th pope.

Contributor Bio(s): Watson, Stephanie: -

Stephanie Watson is a writer who lives in Smyrna, Georgia.