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2020 Illumination Book Awards, Silver: Catholic
2020 Independent Press Awards, Winner: Christian
2019 Independent Press Awards, Winner: Religion: Non-Fiction
Read the inspiring words of Pope Francis to discover the transforming power of faith. Drawing on examples of faith from the Old and New Testaments, as well as examples from his own life of faith at work in the world, Pope Francis demonstrates that faith, like hope, is rooted in love.
On Faith brings us Pope Francis’s encouragement to live our faith as individuals and in community.
“True faith is that which makes us more charitable, more merciful, more honest, and more humane. It moves our hearts to love everyone without counting the cost. It spurs us on to live out a culture of encounter, dialogue, respect, and fraternity.” —Pope Francis
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Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina. A member of the Society of Jesus, he was appointed a Cardinal in 2001. Following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, Bergoglio was named his successor. He chose the name Francis in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi. His pontificate was characterized by his many acts of humility, concern for the poor, and his commitment to dialogue and community. He was the author The New York Times bestseller Dear Pope Francis, among many other books. Pope Francis passed away on April 20, 2025.
