Francis

Once invisible and unknown

A humble dweller from a poor street

But you healed hearts and love was sown

You cared deeply and soon we would all meet

The doorman from the hall of dances

A model of love we got to know Francis

Some missteps for all to view

But those moments were very few

Your heart humble and true

Watching you we always knew

You cared and loved all especially the poor

You lived not lofty but with feet on the floor

Modeling a life in the Savior

We were taught by your behavior

You saw the institution was aging and weathered

You showed we must not be tethered

By old an outdated ritualistic norm

You opened the door for a path to reform

Thank you for your guidance and your love

Rest in joy and in peace up above

A giant of the papacy

Pope Francis was love for all to see