Highlighting his efforts in Peru to “elevate voices from the margins to center stage” and integrate the “vital perspective of the global south” into his pontificate.
Therefore, it was not shocking when Pope Leo said, “Peace be with you,” from the balcony overlooking St. Peter’s Square.
However, he chose to don the traditional red papacy cape, something Pope Francis refused to do in his inaugural speech in 2013.
Although it isn’t precisely a traditional wage as we know it, Pope Leo is entitled to some money.He will receive €2,500 (about $2,820) a
Month, which is somewhat of a pay drop given that, as a cardinal, he is apparently accustomed to earning between €4,000 and €5,000 (about $5,600) a month.
But since the Vatican pays him practically everything he would require, including accommodation, food, transportation, and medical care, he probably doesn’t need it either.
He will get a sizable allowance to donate to charities, much like Francis.Known as the “world’s smallest country,”
The Vatican purportedly uses donations, investments, and other income to support its economy. The United States is the biggest contributor through its Peter’s Pence program.
