Jorge Mario Bergoglio Sivori

Born on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, known as Pope Francis, is the first pope from the Americas and the Southern Hemisphere. He became the 266th pope on March 13, 2013, following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. He is known for his progressive views on social issues, emphasis on humility, and commitment to addressing global challenges such as poverty and climate change. Recently, he was in the news for his recovery from pneumonia and for relaunching significant initiatives aimed at shaping the future of the Catholic Church.