Analysis
Analysis
The Pope’s legacy, popularity and possible successors in charts and numbers
Francis, the 266th pope, oversaw a rise in the global population of Catholics and diversification of the College of Cardinals. These changes could influence who is elected as his successor.
Image:
Pope Francis appears on the cover of the Italian edition of Vanity Fair in this file photo from July 2013. Pic: AP
Image:
Pope Francis takes part in his inaugural mass in Saint Peter’s Square at the Vatican in March 2013. Pic: Reuters
Image:
Pope Francis meets Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, considered a potential candidate for the next papacy, in 2017. Pic: Reuters
Support the Now World View Media Group Buy Donating on the button below.
Stay ahead of the curve with our up-to-the-minute news coverage. We deliver breaking news alerts, in-depth features, and engaging multimedia content to keep you informed and connected to the world around you.
Brian's Kenya
