Papst Franziskus

Pope Francis is the head of the Catholic Church and the sovereign of the Vatican City. He was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and became the Pope in 2013. Pope Francis is known for his progressive views on social justice and his efforts to reform the Catholic Church. He has written several books and has been recognized for his humanitarian work. Pope Francis is also a strong advocate for environmental protection and has spoken out on issues such as climate change. He is the first Jesuit Pope in history and has been a major figure in the Catholic Church for over 40 years.