Pope Leo XIV Reflects on Leadership, Celebrates 70th

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Pope Leo XIV talked about his new job. He said it was a big change for him. The Pope said he had to learn very fast.

Leo spoke about money problems in the world. He mentioned that some people make much more than others. He said this is a problem for our society.

The interview was done by a journalist. She is writing a book about Pope Leo. Parts of the interview were shared on a news website.

Pope Leo said he feels like he is from two countries. He feels like he is from the U.S. and Peru. He lived in Peru for a long time as a missionary.

Pope Leo celebrated his 70th birthday. People at the Vatican wished him a happy birthday. They held up signs and sang songs for him.

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What did Pope Leo XIV say about his new job?

He said it was a big change for him and he had to learn very fast.

What did Pope Leo mention about money problems?

He said some people make much more than others, and this is a problem for our society.

How did people celebrate Pope Leo's 70th birthday?

People at the Vatican wished him a happy birthday, held up signs, and sang songs for him.

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