Pope Francis is living up to his namesake.

[duffysmom]

Pope Francis is earning my respect after so many years of betrayal on the part of the hierarchy of the Church. He appears to be a Pope who is of the people and not a deity above it all.

Here is his 10 tips for happiness.

Pope Francis issues top 10 tips for happiness - People - News - The Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/pope-francis-issues-top-10-tips-for-happiness-9639488.html)

I like all 10 tips but I especially like the one where he says proselytizing or trying to convert others to one's own religion doesn't work. Attraction rather than promotion is the key.

[blueash]

He may well if given enough time be able to nudge the Church in a positive direction. Others have noticed as well with a resolution having been introduced in Congress

"The resolution, written by Reps. John Larson (D-Conn.) and Pete King (R-N.Y.), congratulates Francis on his March 2013 election and recognizes “his inspirational statements and actions.”
Will Speaker move bill on the pope? | TheHill (http://thehill.com/homenews/house/213588-will-speaker-move-bill-on-the-pope#ixzz39GpF6ciS)