For the last two days, a lot is talked about and written about Pope Francis, following his home call! He has physically moved on from our midst.
A plant keeps giving its blossoms.
Pope Francis was one such person radiating the grace of God !
He paid for his hotel room when He came to Vatican 12 years ago, to be in the conclave with other cardinals, where he was chosen to the Pope. He left money to cover the expenses for his funeral and burial. The Optometrist recollects of occasions when he personally came to the shop to get his spectacles repaired. He had his living space in a block where cardinals lived and did not occupy the usual residence. He has had a habit of talking to the parish priest in Gaza every day, since the Israeli occupancy, until two days before his home call, to bring encouragement and hope to him !
He brought a refreshing touch through his friendship, humility, stewardship, simple living, and mindfulness towards others. He effused mercy and shepherding flavour in his relationships.
What would live on would be memories about a Pope, who lived taking little for himself, but giving bountifully to others!
Pope Francis brought a taste of the kingdom God on earth through his being and doing!
His body has 'withered' away, but the memories of him will live on...!
M.C.Mathew.(Text and Photo)
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