The 'Pontifex' meme category encompasses a variety of templates featuring Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church. The most prevalent versions stem from photos of the Pope holding up a host during Mass, which internet users quickly photoshopped to replace the wafer with famous music albums, video games, or snacks. These memes capitalize on the contrast between the solemnity of the papacy and the triviality of internet culture. Over time, the format has evolved to include various candid shots of the Pope gesturing or looking impressed, serving as a versatile tool for 'blessing' specific opinions, products, or cultural trends with a humorous sense of divine authority.