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[REGENDarySumanai]

It's worth noting that he's the second American from Chicago to be the leader of a major Catholic Church. The first is Awa III of the Assyrian Christian of the East church.

 

[Bowl of Ramen]

I usually have a cursory knowledge of these guys, but he's really one of those nailing-a-Jello-to-the-wall guys.

 

[Amerikaner Teddybär]

Common American W

 

[Local Farmer]

WHAT HAVE WE FORGOTTEN?

 

[Divine right to rule]

Leo the 13th was the author of a text that influences the social message of the church to this day. Was a great supporter of worker's rights in the 19th century.

 

[Nicholas II of Russia]

Congratulations to the American Kiwis to have their first American as Pope. May his Papacy be a fruitful and wealthy one.

 

[Mark Goldbridge]

Another reformer and diluter of the Christian faith.

 

[insensitive]

will he immediately start kissing the feet of immigrants or will we have to wait at least a few months?

 

[Divine right to rule]

Some words in Spanish, I think it is clear which way the Church is moving.

 

[Local Farmer]

Leo the 13th was the author of a text that influences the social message of the church to this day. Was a great supporter of worker's rights in the 19th century.

I love Pope Leo XIII

 

[REGENDarySumanai]

Year of the American, baby!

 

[Divine right to rule]

will he immediately start kissing the feet of immigrants or will we have to wait at least a few months?

You could do like 30 seconds of research and find out on which day they do that.

 

[ye's Official KF Burner]

Posting from the habbenings thread:

Pope Stat Sheet

Name: Pope Leo XIV
Birth Name: Robert Francis Prevost
Date of Election: 2025 (speculative)
Nationality: American–Peruvian (born in Chicago, served extensively in Peru)
Papal Motto: “In veritate libertas” – “In truth, freedom”
Religious Order: Order of Saint Augustine (O.S.A.)

Background:
Born in 1955, Robert Francis Prevost is an Augustinian friar known for blending rigorous theology with pastoral warmth. A missionary bishop in Peru and later head of the Dicastery for Bishops, he brought sharp discernment and global awareness to Church governance. Elected in a surprise conclave, he took the name Leo XIV, evoking the lion-like strength of past doctrinal defenders.

Attributes
Theology: 8 (Rooted in Augustinian philosophy and pastoral theology)
Diplomacy: 7 (Experienced bridge-builder with Latin American, African, and European bishops)
Charisma: 6 (Quietly compelling, favours humility over drama)
Tradition vs Reform: 6 (Holds doctrinal integrity with openness to structural reform)
Mysticism: 5 (Grounded more in action than visionary experience)
Geopolitical Influence: 7 (Respected by bishops in conflict zones)
Moral Authority: 8 (Seen as incorruptible and mission-focused)
Liturgy Knowledge: 7 (Supports reverence in worship but not rigid formalism)
Social Media Prowess: 3 (Low engagement; communicates via letters and pressers)
Survivability in Vatican Politics: 9 (Veteran of curial mechanics and regional power balances)


Controversies / Challenges

• Accused by some of being “too careful” amid crises — prioritising prudence over speed.
• Faces tension with ultra-progressives who expected deeper structural overhaul.
• Maintains strong doctrinal lines on moral teachings, drawing criticism from liberal theologians.

Legacy Goals

• Consolidate bishop accountability and transparency
• Deepen ties with South American and African churches
• Canonise a modern missionary saint
• Establish an intercontinental missionary college in Peru
• Publish encyclicals on spiritual maturity, civic truth, and ecclesial unity

 

[GeekUSA]

I want everyone to remain cautiously optimistic and remember that, at the end of the day, what the media portrays does not automatically line up with reality.

 

[Lovely Kin]

Whatever happens, I hope it turns out well for the church. Congrats, Catholic friends

 

[Unarmed Gunman]

Vatican trying to get on Trump's good side after Vance killed the last Pope

 

[909]

Something of note from NYT about this pope: "Although he has not said much recently, in a 2012 address to bishops, he lamented that Western news media and popular culture fostered “sympathy for beliefs and practices that are at odds with the Gospel.” He cited the “homosexual lifestyle” and “alternative families comprised of same-sex partners and their adopted children.” Sounds nice. I'm optimistic.

 

[ANightOwl]

Another reformer and diluter of the Christian faith.

You retarded?

 

[Dumcumpster]

Good for ya'll, glad america got a win here. Here's hoping he does something good with all the power and respect that comes with being the pope.

 

[Divine right to rule]

What interests me is him being a missionary, and him wanting to canonize a modern missionary as a saint.

That could mean a lot of things, not least for Europe.