Pope Francis died at 88, leaving a profound impact as the Roman Catholic Church's leader. Born in Buenos Aires to Italian immigrants, he became Cardinal in 2001 and was elected pope in 2013. His papacy was significant as he was the first non-European pontiff in a millennium and emphasized themes of peace and acceptance. Notable moments include being the first pope to address the U.S. Congress and visiting the Arabian Peninsula, demonstrating a commitment to interfaith dialogue and unity.
Pope Francis, the first non-European pope in over a thousand years, leaves a lasting legacy marked by service, unity, and compassion as he preached peace.
As the pope who visited the birthplace of Islam and addressed a joint meeting of Congress, Francis emphasized the importance of interfaith dialogue and global cooperation.
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