What to Make of the New American Pope
Briefly

The appointment of Leo XIV as pope comes amid the Vatican's financial crisis, marked by dwindling global donations and significant pension fund deficits. Insiders have indicated that Leo, previously a head of the bishop's dicastery, was chosen for his management skills to tackle these financial issues. In his inaugural address, Leo emphasized a commitment to continue Pope Francis's direction for a more modern, mission-driven church that prioritizes closeness to the marginalized, underlining core themes from Francis's 2013 document, "Evangelii Gaudium."
Leo is viewed as a sharp manager by the cardinals, a needed detail man to address the Vatican's financial crisis.
Leo XIV pledged to follow in Francis's footsteps, emphasizing modernization and cooperation among church leaders.
Read at New York Magazine
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