Goodbye dear leader

I woke up this morning and hit the Web for the latest and found out that Pope John Paul II has finally died. It must have been around 3am+ Singapore time.

A feeling of sadness and relief for me, and probably for everyone else. Finally, his suffering has ended and he is now definitely with God. Honestly, does the Pope need to be given the last rites? If there is anyone of earth that would deserve eternal life in heaven, it would be the Pope wouldn't it?

Dear God, you have given us a great leader on earth to guide your Church. You have now taken him back to you. Thank you for showing us that You are still very much present in the world, amidst the sad, lonely and darkness that surrounds us. Amen.