Isn't it interesting that Pope Francis died on Easter Monday?  With yesterday's celebratory reminder of the Resurrection fresh on our minds, how can we not keep this in mind with hope, while mourning his death?  

Easter is not meant to be observed just once a year.  Notice we sing the "Alleluia" before the gospel at Mass, beyond that joyous day?  

Further, let us pray for our next pope, and the decision the cardinals must soon make in choosing one.  Who will lead the Church, the Bride of Christ?  We pray for a down pouring of the Holy Spirit upon them, and upon the man who will be divinely selected to witness to and instruct the sheep.  

Come Holy Spirit!