Copies of Pope Francis’ first book ‘The Name of God is Mercy ‘ are adjusted on a shelf ahead of its official launch, in Rome, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The book, a 100-page conversation with Italian journalist Andrea Tornielli, is being published this week in 86 countries to help kick-start Francis’ Holy Year of Mercy. Tuesday’s official presentation with a high-level panel discussion featuring Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin and actor Roberto Benigni signals the importance Francis places on getting the message out.

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Copies of Pope Francis' first book 'The Name of God is Mercy ' are adjusted on a shelf ahead of its official launch, in Rome, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The book, a 100-page conversation with Italian journalist Andrea Tornielli, is being published this week in 86 countries to help kick-start Francis' Holy Year of Mercy. Tuesday's official presentation with a high-level panel discussion featuring Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin and actor Roberto Benigni signals the importance Francis places on getting the message out. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)

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