The pope (Latin: papa, from Ancient Greek: πάππας, romanized: páppas, lit. 'father') [2][3] is the bishop of Rome and the visible head [a] of the worldwide Catholic Church. He is also known as the supreme pontiff, [b] Roman pontiff, [c] or sovereign pontiff. The …

Pope is a religious title traditionally accorded to the Bishop of Rome, the Coptic and the Greek Orthodox bishops of Alexandria, and some leaders of other ecclesial communities. Popes may also claim the title patriarch. Both terms come from the Greek πάππας (English: father).

The term pope comes from the Latin papa, and from the Greek πάππας [5] (pappas, which is an affectionate word for 'father'). [6] This is the most famous title associated with the bishop of Rome, being used in protocol, documents, and signatures.

What Do Catholics Believe About the Pope? The word pope comes from the Latin papa, meaning father. In the Catholic Church, the pope serves as the spiritual father and servant leader of the universal Church (Matt. 23:11).

Jan 22, 2023 · At the Mass on Sunday of the Word of God, Pope Francis says the Word of God is for everyone, leading us to conversion, and making us heralds of the Good News of God’s boundless love for all.

Mar 27, 2024 · The word “pope” and also the word “patriarch” (usually applied to bishops in Eastern Catholicism or Eastern Orthodoxy) both derive from the ancient Greek word páppas, originally an ...

Nov 19, 2018 · The title pope, once used with far greater latitude (see below, section V), is at present employed solely to denote the Bishop of Rome, who, in virtue of his position as successor of St. Peter, is the chief pastor of the whole Church, the Vicar of Christ upon earth.

Aug 11, 2018 · On April 12, 2013, Pope Francis, in a meeting with the members of the Pontifical Biblical Commission, explained succinctly the Catholic understanding of Scripture, shared with the Orthodox Churches, but rejected by most Protestant denominations.

Jan 26, 2025 · God is close to everyone; evil will not have last word, pope says. During Mass on Sunday of the Word of God, Pope Francis said Jesus wants every Catholic to be actively involved in his mission of showing compassion, proclaiming freedom for the oppressed and transforming the world with God's love.

Jan 26, 2025 · “The word of God is alive: Through the centuries it walks with us and, by the power of the Holy Spirit, it is at work in history,” Pope Francis said during his homily. “The Lord is...