Eye Color. Eye color is based on the number and color of pigment granules (Melanin) in our eyes. These granules range in color from neutral to very dark brown. The darker the pigment, the darker the eyes. And fewer granules result in lighter eyes.
Pope Francis is the son of Regina Maria Sivori (Gogna), who was born in Argentina, of Italian descent, and of Mario Giuseppe Gergoglio Vasallo, who was born in Turin, Piedmont, Italy.
Pope Francis has been a godsend to the Catholic Church and to the Vatican. Prior to his election, the Vatican was bogged down with a negative image in the world's eyes, due to scandals and blunders. It was in freefall, with little sign of relief on the horizon.hat has changed dramatically, with Pope Francis riding the crest of a wave that has culminated in him being named Time magazine's person of the year. We asked Vatican commentator Gerard O'Connell, who reported on the PR failures three years ago, to examine what has changed.