Pope Leo XIV is already reshaping global expectations of the papacy, bringing a distinctly American tone to an institution long shaped by European tradition, says former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Francis Rooney.
Appearing on Newsmax TV’s “Chris Salcedo Show,” Rooney said the new Pope’s early words and demeanor signal a leadership style that is calm, deliberate, and unmistakably clear, a combination that has resonated far beyond the Vatican.
“I think you’re going to find him to be extraordinarily calm, judicious, and careful,” Rooney said.
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