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His Holiness Pope Francis is the 266th and current Pope and sovereign of the Vatican City State. He is the first Jesuit pope, the first from the Americas, and the first from the Southern Hemisphere.
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
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| See | Holy See | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Papacy began | 13 March 2013 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Predecessor | Benedict XVI | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Ordination | 13 December 1969 by Ramón José Castellano | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Consecration | 27 June 1992 by Antonio Quarracino | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Created cardinal | 21 February 2001 by John Paul II | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Birth name | Jorge Mario Bergoglio | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 17 December 1936 Buenos Aires, Argentina | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Nationality | Argentine (with Vatican citizenship) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Denomination | Catholic | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Residence | Domus Sanctae Marthae | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Parents | Mario José Bergoglio and Regina María Sívori | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Motto | Miserando atque eligendo | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Neddy Smith is a professional musician and CEO at NedGJean International. He composes and writes his music, not only in a traditional style, but also by incorporating his vast international experiences. This is apparent in each of his releases.
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Mr. Every Day came into the world by way of a Cherokee Indian mother and a Bahamian father. At the age of three, Mr. Every Day toured with Stevie Wonder and his godfather Gil Scott-Heron, who was the first recording artist signed by Clive Davis.
Terry Derkach's music production and writing credits include 3-time Grammy nominated, multi-platinum artist Brad Roberts (Crash Test Dummies), gospel vocalist Vernon Bush (Stevie Wonder, Nancy Wilson, Ray Charles), and Gary Lucas (Jeff Buckley).
Freddie Jackson is an American soul singer. Among his well-known hits are "Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)", "Have You Ever Loved Somebody", "Jam Tonight", "Do Me Again", and "You Are My Lady".
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Over the last 40 years, Chuck McDermott has left his musical mark on audiences on both coasts of the United States. Over the last few decades, he has devoted himself to energy and environmental policy issues, and working in government.
