Some were very surprised you were
Elected by the College of Cardinals,
Still others thought you were not
Dignified enough for the papacy,
Yet Our Heavenly Father chose you.
With your happy smile and mild speech,
Who would have ever thought that
You had the courage and strength
To convene the Second Vatican Council,
Yet Jesus Christ knew you.
In your humility you were obedient,
And like the sweetest little lamb you
Trusted Our Good Shepherd
As He held you in His strong arms,
So the Holy Spirit used you.