Pope Francis - Hero Worship

He doesn't have a big "S" emblazoned across his chest, no long flowing cape, and he would never presume to walk on water, but the new Pope might just be my new hero in a world of disappointing religious leaders.  Pope Francis joins the ranks of the only other people I have ever wanted to meet, and thank, for all they do to try and salvage this world.  It is a short list:  Mother Theresa, the Dalai Lama (Tenzin Gyatso), and Pope Francis.

 

You want my adoration you have to do the right thing.  I think the Pope has endeavored to do that since his first day in office, and continues with his latest expelling of the German bishop from his diocese over a 31 million euro scandal.  The Pope seems to be hoping the "Bishop of Bling" will meditate on the error of his ways.  I would hope for monastic seclusion as a better venue for this meditation, but it's not our call.  This is the gentle side of a Pope that is shaking up the Vatican and asking all of the religious leaders under him to lead leaner lives as an example to the faithful.

If you haven't taken the time to read something of this wonderful person, there is much to find if you just Google him.  I have found just reading about his current exploits to be fascinating.  His life is as much so, and explains much of why he is what he is.  I, for one, hope he is for a very long time to come.

 

With new found love and admiration, I wish him all the best and hope he continues the good work.