Pope Francis will be remembered for his concern over refugees and immigrants

NEW YORK – On July 8, 2013, Pope Francis traveled to the little-known Italian island of Lampedusa.

Upon arrival, Pope Francis threw a wreath into the sea to commemorate the tens-of-thousands – if not more – migrants and refugees who have died trying to make it across the Mediterranean. He then celebrated Mass on an altar made out of the remains of a boat used by migrants, condemning a “globalization of indifference” to the plight of those fleeing violence and poverty. He also spent time speaking...