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Where In Chicago Did the New Pope Find His Calling? A Look at His Windy City Roots

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Introduction: The Windy City’s Unexpected Connection The world held its breath as the centuries-old ritual unfolded within the Vatican. White smoke, a signal awaited with bated breath, finally billowed skyward, announcing to the world that a new Pope had been chosen. The name reverberating through St. Peter’s Square and across the globe was unexpected: Francis … Read more

The New Pope: Unveiling the Heritage of His Parents

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Unpacking the Past: The Pope’s Mother and Father The world held its breath, a collective anticipation hanging in the air, as white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel. The declaration Habemus Papam! echoed through St. Peter’s Square, heralding the arrival of a new leader for the world’s billion-plus Catholics: [Pope’s Name], now known as Pope … Read more

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