Peter the Roman

On february 11th 2013 Pope Benedict announced to the world that he would be stepping down from his position as Pope.  Then on the 28th of february he officially resigned making him the first Pope to step down in 600 years.  He is also the first Pope in History to step down by choice. That same evening St. Peter's Basilica was struck by lightning twice in a row.

For 13 days the Papacy was empty without a Pope in office.  Eventually the conclave gathered to elect a new Pope and on the 13th of March 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected Pope and took the name Francis 1.

Many who thought the prophecy of the Popes was true were very disappointed that a Pope called Peter was not elected.  Most quickly put it all behind them and moved on in life thinking the whole prophecy was false.  Well, they were wrong, here is why.

1. Jorge Mario Bergoglio is of Italian descent, making him a Roman by Blood.

2. Jorge took the name Francis after St. Francis of Assisi (The founder of the Jesuits) who's Christian name was Pietro (Peter).  His Father was also called Peter, in fact it was his father who gave him the nickname Francis.

If I am correct, that would make the current Pope, Peter the Roman.

All evidence to back up my claims can be found in the links below.

Links:

Francis of Assisi

Prophecy of the Popes

Pope Francis