NG SPECIAL ISSUE: 
National Geographic Pope Francis: A Life of Service
 
Pope Francis: A Life of Service commemorates the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, better known as Pope Francis, a man of devout faith. This special issue shares the story of his life, from a child in Argentina to his ascension to bishop of Rome. Francis was a trailblazer, and his time as head of the Holy See is beautifully celebrated alongside exclusive images from the National Geographic archive that provide an intimate look at his life in the Vatican.