Pope Francis loved the people. Easter Sunday was typical of a papal truth in that God loves the flock. Francis just exuded his devotion to faith and exemplified God’s love of the faithful. It truly was the way he saw his final
hours.
Regardless, of advice to remain at rest on Sunday it was not in his character to put himself and his physical body first. Easter Sunday belonged to the faithful. Pope Francis, as God’s messenger, needed to let the faithful know of the miracle of faith and the love God has for them.
Keeping with his practice throughout his life his funeral proceedings reflect the humility he demanded of himself and all those surrounding him. Pope Francis’ caretakers respected his expression of faith during his time as Pope and continues that respect until his final resting place.
He will be missed. The conclave to decide his successor will be set for sometime in May. Until then Pope Francis will remain at the heart of the Roman Catholic faith.
