Pope Francis’ visit to New York, Washington D.C. and Philadelphia was just phenomenal.
Pope Francis came, he saw and conquer the hearts of thousands who came out to see him and the millions who saw and listen to his message on television.
Many of us were awe struck by his energy and tenacious efforts at age 78 to bring his message of peace, love and charity for all in desperate need.
Pope Francis indelible spirit has moved in my opinion, Christians and non-Christians alike and hopefully has inspired the many to volunteer to help their neighbors and strangers who are in need of human kindness.
Pope Francis has truly lived up to his name sake he had chosen which is St. Francis.
As such he had shown a tremendous amount of compassion for the sick and the poor with many acts of kindness, while he was here.
Now I hope his visit translates to the many a rekindling of their spirituality and a return to their faith and come back to their many houses of worship that welcomes them with open arms. Remember what Jesus said in Mathew Chapter 25 vs. 35-36, “ For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you cared for me, in prison and you visited me.”
Truly Pope Francis has shown himself as a shinning example by his visit and bestowed upon us a most profound message. And for that we say thank you.
Frederick R. Bedell Jr.
Glen Oaks Village
