Pope Leo XIV Jubilee Ends, New Pontificate Begins
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* early Actions: Pope Leo XIV has largely maintained the existing Church governing structure established by his predecessor, Pope Francis. He’s kept key figures like Secretary of State Pietro Parolin in place, initially opting for a period of “reflection, prayer and dialogue” before making changes.
* Upcoming Changes: A meeting with the College of Cardinals is underway. While immediate decisions aren’t expected, it’s anticipated that Pope Leo XIV will soon begin making appointments to build his own team, starting with the Secretary of State. These appointments will signal his priorities.
* Style of Leadership: He aims for a collegial and community-focused style of leadership, emphasizing unity within the Church.
* Key Goal: Reconciliation: A major purpose of his papacy is to address and reduce polarization within the Catholic institution. He has stated a desire to reconcile divisions.
* Symbolism: The meeting with the cardinals is symbolic of the Church’s unity around the Pope.
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