Along with being a practicing Catholic, my middle name is Francis after St. Francis of Assisi who had been the lifelong patron Saint of my father Jim, who was a graduate of Jesuit St. Ignatius ...

Upon the death of Pope Francis, editorial artists began drawing tributes to the spiritual leader, with many artists ...

the late pontiff chose the name Francis in honour of St. Francis of Assisi, a 13th-century saint known for his poverty, humility, and peace advocacy. This choice was unique, as no other pontiff ...

Pope Francis honors St. Francis of Assisi's legacy of peace, poverty, and respect for creation in Assisi, Italy.