PF joined this social media platform in 2016, gaining 1 million followers in less than 12 hours.
This pope, affectionately referred to as JP2, was the youngest pope ever elected at age 58 in 1978.
John Paul II
This city/state is where the Roman Catholic Church is headquartered and the pope lives.
Vatican
If you’re saying “forgive me father for I have sinned”, you’re starting this process.
Confession
You might call someone this if they are especially kind and saintly. The real one won a Nobel Peace Prize
Mother Teresa
This color smoke will come out of the turret when a new pope has been chosen
White
He was the first to resign from office (2013) in over 600 years. Name sounds like a famous breakfast egg dish.
Benedict
Out of 266 popes, 227 have been from this country. Biased much?
Italy
Uh oh we hate each other! You might have to seek a this, the church version of a divorce.
Annulment
Her confirmation name was “Veronica”, but she’d later be known by a MUCH more Catholic single stage name.
Madonna
This South American country is where Pope Francis was originally from. Lots of Italians, white people, and soccer.
Argentina
Pope _____ the Great was the first to take this name, meaning “lion” in Latin…also a Zodiac sign for late July through August
Leo
The largest parish in the world, St. Mary's Catholic Church, is interestingly located in this city (not European!). Home to a lot of wealth, a Real Housewives franchise, and a famous building, it draws 16 million tourists per year. Bring some ice water and sunscreen.
Dubai
This regal color is heavily used by the Church, especially in Lenten and Advent ceremonies.
Purple
This girl from Anaheim is a practicing Catholic, although she’s def got a thing for Japanese culture too.
Gwen Stefani
PF famously used to work as this before entering seminary…don’t mess with him or you might get the boot.
Bouncer
Pope ______ I only served 8 years, from 222-230 AD. His name is the opposite of rural.
Urban
The first Asian cardinal, “Thomas” Tien Ken-sin, was from here. The second most populous Asian country
China
This clergy position is the highest order of the Holy Orders, often in charge of a geographical diocese. Also a chess piece
Bishop
This Italian-American “Judas” singer was raised Catholic and went to the Convent of Sacred Heart School in NYC . The Church might not be too happy with her though…
Lady Gaga
PF was an outspoken proponent of climate change initiatives and environmental stewardship. Makes sense…he’s named after Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of this earthy backyard activity.
Gardening
This is the second most common papal name ever, used by 16 popes to date. It’s also the name of one of our family members.
Gregory
Mount Sinai, also known as Jabal Musa, is located in this modern day country…also home to one of the most famous 7 Wonders of the Ancient World.
Egypt
In Catholic Eucharist, the wafer representing the sacramental bread is called the _______. Or, the person in charge of a party.
Host
Not quite Catholic but Catholic-adjacent we’ll say, she’s known as the founder of modern nursing.
Florence Nightingale