You will hear much commentary on the Pope and his style and way of thinking (maybe even from me), particularly after his long and revealing interview.
Among the things you read, you simply must include this piece by Father Dwight Longenecker. His observations here are extremely interesting may go a long way to explaining the Pope’s approach, whether you agree with that approach or not.
In a nutshell (and I hope Father will not mind the paraphrase), the Pope’s remarks make more sense in the world he came from than in the world he is speaking to.