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Informationen zum Autor Michael Collins is a priest of the Archdiocese of Dublin, where he has served several parishes. He has written or co-authored a number of books, including Benedict XVI: Successor to Peter, John Paul II: The Path to Sainthood, and The Story of Christianity. He is the author of Francis: Bishop of Rome, published by Liturgical Press and now in its second edition. Klappentext In Francis: Bishop of Rome, Fr. Michael Collins introduced readers to the popewho has grabbed the attention and the spiritual imaginations of Catholics andothers around the world. Now, in this second edition, Collins takes account ofthe most important events and development of his remarkable pontificate. Witha focus on compassion, Francis has challenged world leaders to be more attentiveto the poor, begun important reforms of the Curia and the Vatican Bank, andcalled for two synods of bishops to discuss pastoral challenges that face modernfamilies.This new edition is 25% longer than the first. It includes more details aboutJorge Bergoglio's early life and a far more expansive understanding of the pontificateof this remarkable spiritual leader.