Pope Francis Asks All To Smile Even When Life is Hard

Pope Francis laughing in St. Peter's Square
at the general audience of April 1, 2015

Photo courtesy: CNA

Smiling is an important attribute of Pope Francis. Where most other predecessor popes of his were serious, important-looking, and glum, he has been smiling and laughing his way throughout his papacy. In his words and deeds, he has been showing the importance of hope and smile in one's life in spite of difficulties and hardships. 

To learn more, please click on the following:

• Pope tells nuns to smile from within (Oct. 4, 2013)
• Smile more with Pope Francis (June 6, 2016)
• Pope Francis: Never forget to smile, even when life is hard (Dec. 7, 2016)
• Do not become 'professionals of the sacred,' Pope tells Peruvian priests, religious (January 20, 2018)
• People need to see a smiling face ... even the pope says so! (Feb. 25, 2018)
• 'Pope Francis: A Man of His Word' beautifully portrays hope and lived faith (May 18, 2018)
• The Pope's Smile [Pope Francis' smiles and laughs in photos]