Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who later became Pope Francis, was born on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires to Italian immigrants. As the eldest of five siblings, he was known for his intelligence and deep religious convictions, coupled with a love for tango dancing. At 16, he had a transformative experience at the Basilica of St. Joseph that solidified his desire to become a priest, which led him to join a seminary. He was ordained as a priest in 1969 after 13 years of study, marking the beginning of his religious leadership.
Born to Italian immigrants, Jorge Mario Bergoglio displayed intelligence and religious fervor from a young age, eventually leading him to become Pope Francis.
At age 16, while on his way to meet friends, Jorge felt a powerful urge to enter the Basilica of St. Joseph, marking his commitment to priesthood.
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