Every time I read something from this man, I pause and think about how I have fallen short and yet how much I am loved, so I want to be more loving, compassionate, merciful. 

Francis, rather than being the stern disciplinarian, inspires me by his kindness, clarity of vision, and desire to know, to love, and to serve Jesus in freedom. 

I truly and earnestly pray every night for Pope Francis that God keep him strong so he can continue the work God has for him to do, protect him for the likes of Dolan, Chaput, Burke and the bitter bishops who can not accept Pope Francis .