Pope Francis' diaries to be published next month, revealing reflections on Vatican years
The first Latin American pope was known for his humility and outreach to marginalized communities.
Journal entries penned by Pope Francis throughout his life will be published in November 2025, offering readers a unique look into the late pontiff's thoughts and experiences. The private diary, titled "The Private Diary of Pope Francis," will be released in six languages by Image, an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group, in collaboration with the Vatican Publishing House.
The book will reveal the pope's hopes, fears, struggles, and prayers, spanning from 1992 to 2024. Translated from Spanish by Sister Bernadette Reis and edited by Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, the English version of the reflections will provide readers with an intimate perspective on Francis' down-to-earth approach and emphasis on humility.
Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the first Latin American pope was renowned for his interactions with poor countries and persecuted Christian minorities, as well as his controversial stances, such as his criticism of the U.S.-Mexico border wall.
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