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Pope Francis wins hearts with down to earth style in Rome
Crowds gather in St. Peter's Square as Pope Francis shakes hands with bystanders in a casual, informal welcome from the papal residence. Rome Mayor Gianni Alemanno cites a crowd of about 300,000 while Francis greets parishioners after Mass at St Anna church. The new pope smiles, teases, and connects with people, signaling a different papacy. Emanuel Anatsui of Britain hails his approach as wonderful for the church.
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