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Pope Leo XIV's first 100 days have been marked by a calm, reserved approach focused on unity, tradition, and avoiding controversy, signaling a departure from the more turbulent Francis era while maintaining key initiatives like environmental efforts and church teachings.
Pope Francis celebrates his 87th birthday, making him one of the oldest popes in Church history. Despite facing health issues over the past few years, including surgery for colon problems and knee issues, the pontiff has continued to make pastoral visits around the world. He has two trips planned for 2024, one to India and another to his native country, Argentina. On his birthday, the Vatican has not announced any specific plans, but the pope is scheduled to deliver his weekly Sunday Angelus.
Pope Francis has revealed in an interview that he has made arrangements to be buried in the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome, expressing his devotion to the church. While recovering from severe bronchitis, the pope acknowledges his declining capabilities due to old age and rethinks overseas trips. He affirms his belief that the papacy is a position held until death and waits for God to decide when his reign should end. Unlike his predecessors, Pope Francis has chosen not to be buried in the grotto under St. Peter's Basilica, opting for a more personal connection with the Basilica of St. Mary Major, where he frequently prays.