It’s common knowledge that St. Peter guards the
pearly gates. But what many people might not
know is Pope Francis used to guard the door at a
bar in Argentina.
That’s right: Pope Francis used to be a bar
bouncer.
The 76-year-old pontiff disclosed his previous
vocation in a parish visit to the church of San
Cirillo Alessandrino in a working-class
neighborhood on the outskirts of Rome on Sunday,
the Catholic News Service reported.
The nugget from Francis’ past, when he used to be
known as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, was disclosed
during a four-hour conversation, in which the pope
also mentioned he used to sweep floors and run
tests in a chemical laboratory as a teenager.
The anecdote is yet another example of Francis’
growing reputation as a “pope of the people.”
Since ascending to the papacy in March, Francis
has eschewed such trappings as the Popemobile,
washed the feet of prisoners and has shown a
penchant for showing up unannounced wherever
the faithful gather.
Last month, photos of Francis cradling and kissing
the head of a man covered with tumors went viral,
providing a powerful image of a pope dedicated to
helping the poor.
In turn, Francis’ popularity has sparked renewed
interest in the church. A recent survey by
sociologist Massimo Introvigne of Catholic clergy
in Italy noted an increase in the numbers attending
Mass and confession since Francis’ election. In
Italy alone, more than 100,000 are “returning,”
often after decades of non-attendance.

Source: http://www.foxnews.com/world/2013/12/03/pope-francis-reveals-used-to-work-as-bouncer/

He is really a pope of the people... I just love his simplicity and his love and compassion towards humanity

Hmmmm

I just love his humility n simplicity,,,ah wish nigerian pastors can emulate him

Catholic till I die .

lynpetra: Catholic till I die .

that's the spirit

Elantracey: I just love his humility n simplicity,,,ah wish nigerian pastors can emulate him

mission impossible

POPE II: mission impossible

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POPE II: mission impossible

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Elantracey: lol....some of then re just dat u dont know it

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