HAPPY BIRTHDAY POPE FRANCIS! Here's how you can send your birthday wishes to him
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Happy birthday, Pope Francis! The Holy Father turns 80 on December 17.
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Catholic Online (https://www.catholic.org)
12/15/2016 (9 years ago)
Published in Living Faith
Keywords: Pope Francis, birthday, 80
LOS ANGELES, CA (California Network) -- Pope Francis turns 80 on December 17, and well wishes are coming in from around the globe. Well-wishers have options for wishing Pope Francis a happy birthday.
Here's how you can wish Pope Francis a happy birthday:
TWITTER: Tag Pope Francis using his handle, @Pontifex
INSTAGRAM: Use his handle on there, @Franciscus
EMAIL: PopeFrancis80@vatican.va
On Catholic Online: Light a candle for the Holy Father at https://catholiconline.shopping/pages/prayer-candles When you light a candle, you will also be able to include a prayer or well wish you can share with your family, friends and neighbors, if you choose.
Yesterday, he was presented with a large birthday cake prepared by chefs in the shape of a globe and decorated with olive branches.
Happy birthday, Pope Francis, we pray for your long life, health and continued wise leadership.
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