Netizens globally react and rejoice as the new pope in the name of Jorge Bergoglio, 76-years old and a former cardinal of Argentina was revealed March 14, 2013 (Philippine Time). Pope Francis, the chosen name after St. Francis of Assisi became a hot topic on social media today. New pope which replaces Benedict XVI is expected to lead a total of 1.2 billion Catholics worldwide.
The first tweet of Pontifex, the official papal Twitter account says "We have Pope Francis" as translated from Latin language. The tweet has been a viral online - 79, 523 retweets and 23,122 favorites as of press time. @Pontifex currently have around 1.8 million followers since reactivation of account.
After the much-awaited announcement at St. Peter's Basilica, US President Barack Obama expressed his message for Pope Francis I via his Twitter account. Obama look forward to working with His holiness for the human beings.
The white smoke rose from Sistine Chapel signalled that the conclave has been ended and the new Pope was named. Pilgrims at Basilica rejoiced for this historic event for the Christianity.
The pope on his very first day at position held a mass with the cardinal.
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| Photo: Pope Francis I, new pope for 1.2 billion Catholics Photo Credit: cnn.com |
HABEMUS PAPAM FRANCISCUM
— Pontifex (@Pontifex) March 13, 2013
The first tweet of Pontifex, the official papal Twitter account says "We have Pope Francis" as translated from Latin language. The tweet has been a viral online - 79, 523 retweets and 23,122 favorites as of press time. @Pontifex currently have around 1.8 million followers since reactivation of account.
After the much-awaited announcement at St. Peter's Basilica, US President Barack Obama expressed his message for Pope Francis I via his Twitter account. Obama look forward to working with His holiness for the human beings.
Obama on Pope Francis: "I look forward to working with His Holiness to advance peace, security, and dignity for our fellow human beings."
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) March 13, 2013
The white smoke rose from Sistine Chapel signalled that the conclave has been ended and the new Pope was named. Pilgrims at Basilica rejoiced for this historic event for the Christianity.
Born in Buenos Aires to an
Italian immigrant father, Francis is known for his simplicity. As a Jesuit, Francis is a member
of the Society of Jesus, one of the biggest and most important orders in the
church.
The name 'Francis' symbolizes "poverty,
humility, simplicity and rebuilding the Catholic Church" according to analysts.
The pope on his very first day at position held a mass with the cardinal.
