US EditionFamous Birthdays for Sept. 14: Deshaun Watson, Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV blends traditional papal imagery with support for synodal dialogue and inclusivity, marking a distinct approach within his first 132 days in office.
- Pope Leo XIV celebrated his 70th birthday on Sunday, September 14, 2025, marking a milestone in his relatively new papacy.
- Leo XIV's leadership style, characterized by patience and thoughtful dialogue, is influenced by his background as a native of Chicago, his extensive ministry experience in Peru, and a decade serving as the senior Augustinian friar.
- He is recognized for wearing the traditional and elaborate papal stole, is getting ready to take residence in the Apostolic Palace, and consistently highlights the importance of peace in addressing global crises such as those in Ukraine and the Holy Land.
- Catholic theologian Benjamin Dahlke describes Leo's enthusiasm for sports and American traits as making him 'relatable and human,' while observers note his approach favors dialogue over unilateral decisions.
- While many await a distinct impact from Leo XIV, his support for synodal dialogue and invitations to his Chicago birthplace suggest a gradual evolution in Church leadership and global engagement.
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Chicago Tribune
Pope Leo XIV marvels at ‘huge learning curve’ in an interview released on his 70th birthday
ROME — Pope Leo XIV has marveled at the “huge learning curve” he has taken on as pontiff and likened some aspects of the job to jumping “in on the deep end of the pool very quickly,” in excerpts of an interview released Sunday on his 70th birthday. History’s first American pope said he had quickly found his footing as a pastor for the universal Catholic Church, but discovered the diplomatic job of being pope was more challenging. Dolton plans ce…
Idaho State Journal
Pope Leo XIV marvels at 'huge learning curve' in an interview released on his 70th birthday
Pope Leo XIV has marveled at the “huge learning curve” he has taken on as pontiff and likened some aspects of the job to jumping “in on the deep end of the pool very quickly.” Those comments were contained in…
der Standard AT
der Standard DEThe new head of the Church, who is always ready for dialogue, celebrates his 70th birthday – a first interim review, a few months after the election of the American.
To make a fuss like his predecessor is not the maxim of Robert Prevost. As Pope he shows himself politically prudent and connected to the Catholic social doctrine. This Sunday he will be 70.
Leo XIV becomes 70 years old on Sunday. During the first four months in office he presented himself as a traditionalist and tireless peace activist.
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