tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7049541562190150942.post9145055676708050098..comments2023-02-11T05:37:38.524-08:00Comments on The Path of Life: Habemus Papam FranciscumBr. Francis de Sales Wagnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10434126892994759534noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7049541562190150942.post-13879866104708461862013-03-14T16:19:40.452-07:002013-03-14T16:19:40.452-07:00The first words and actions of Pope Francis are se...The first words and actions of Pope Francis are setting a tone for what I predict will be an exciting pontificate. His focus on the poor and humility during his first hours should replace the glam and pomp that church leaders have allowed to obscure the message of Christ. And I say it's about time.<br />I'm strapping on my seat belt and bracing myself for the big gusts of change that are certainly ahead, and not too soon if the church is becoming meaningful again to those of us in the pews.<br /><br />Brother Francis, your observation, are spot on. Let's hope the message indeed is a repeat of what St. Francis experienced in his calling before a crucifix: "Go Francis, and repair my Church, which is in ruins."<br /><br />All the best<br />Jim Sielicki: Toledo, OhioJim Sielickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09105485788331579929noreply@blogger.com