What does this research mean for the field?

Pope Francis embodies a compassionate and human-centered approach to the Catholic Church's teachings and practices. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to examine the role of Pope Francis in portraying a more human-centric image of the divine within the Church.

February 22, 2026Open Access

Editorial: Pope Francis: The Human Face of the Divine Church

Key Points

The aim is to examine the role of Pope Francis in portraying a more human-centric image of the divine within the Church.
Editorial analysis of Pope Francis's teachings and public statements
Review of relevant literature on religious humanism and spirituality
Pope Francis emphasizes human dignity and compassion in Church teachings
Increased engagement among followers through relatable messaging
Recognition of the Church’s role in addressing social issues

Abstract

AUC: Asian Journal of Religious Studies April – June 2025 Vol: 70Issue: 2 E-ISSN: 582-791X Papers Available: 2025-05-17

Editorial: Pope Francis: The Human Face of the Divine Church

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