Inspiring Facts About Pope Francis That’ll Make You A Believer

1. Francis’ Firsts

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He chose his name as a dedication to Francis of Assisi, a Roman Catholic friar. The early Francis organized the religion’s first nativity scene. He was also the first person in the history of Christianity to receive the stigmata in 1224.

Francis has led a life not typical of other Popes in #2.

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