Nigeria, April 28 -- After battling with his health for sometime, the Catholic Pontiff and head of over one billion Roman Catholics worldwide, Jorge Mario Bergoglio (Pope Francis) died on Easter Monday.

Pope Francis, who was laid to rest last Saturday, was an embodiment of humility, simplicity, love and deep faith in God. His love and service for humanity knew no limit and were genuine. He welcomed and embraced all. He identified with all and never discriminated against any. The very reason why some initially misinterpreted his call for his priests to bless all who approach them, including gay couples, for recognition of gay union.

Recall how very animated a lot of people were at that time claiming that the Roman Catholic Church would s...