Pope Francis is a ray of hope for the poor of this world as he comes from a poor developing country of the world. christians welcome him and hope that he will stop the prosecution of the poor christians of india and pakistan, who face violence and discrimination on account of their faith in JESUS CHRIST.
Goan catholics will be happy that new Pope has taken name of their saint Frncis Xavier. The Xaviers have done done good work in Education and got many converted to Christians undee Portugese rule. The role of the church is well documented. They should be happy. Ofcourse. Sonia too.She is both. Indian and Italian. Hindu and Christian. Banking on Vatican. Literally.
As per predictions recently published by Rediff this is the last pope and the world will end during his tenure. So equal and proper racial representation at this time hardly matters since it is time for history to finish.