Here I am, a "plebe" so to speak, walking around and I meet what was once my Pope ... what do I do with the conflict of my thoughts ?
No offense, but is he now my Pope in law or something ?
Pope Francis is our new Pope.
I avoid this conflict by not putting anyone upon a pedestal. A Pope, Pastor or Rabbi are not to be worshiped but given respect. Treat either one as a beloved brother, nothing more or less.