POPE FRANCIS AND THE NEW VATICAN - NatGeo

"I chose the name of 'Francis', a very famous saint who loved God and every human being deeply, to the point of being called 'universal brother'. He loved, helped and served the needy, the sick and the poor; he also cared greatly for creation." Pope Francis.

The world watched, transfixed, when Pope Francis was inaugurated to the papacy in 2013. Since then, his simple message of mercy, humility, and renewal has reverberated across cultures and generations. National Geographic celebrates a remarkable era in Vatican history with this spectacular portrait of the beloved pontiff and the awe-inspiring institution he represents.

Photographer Dave Yoder's striking never-before-seen images-captured on assignment in Vatican City-combine with best-selling author Robert Draper's exclusive reporting in an elegant and uplifting showcase of history, faith, and changing world.