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pontiff

[pon-tif] / ˈpɒn tɪf /
NOUN
head of catholic church
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"Turkey has an important role to play in this process," the pontiff added.

From Barron's

The US pontiff is currently visiting Turkey as part of his first trip abroad as leader of the Catholic Church.

From Barron's

The hope is that the pontiff can help break the logjam.

From Los Angeles Times

It is a chance for him to set out his spiritual and geopolitical vision after six months as pontiff, notable for its relative quiet after years of turbulence in the Catholic Church.

From The Wall Street Journal

Since being made pope in May, the Chicago-born pontiff -- who spent about 20 years as a missionary in Peru -- has urged more pressure on governments to stop climate change.

From Barron's