I think there is more to this than meets the eye.  The membership list of the Knights of Malta and their auxiliary membership is quite a read.  This membership list is one reason the Knights are routinely accused of conducting espionage campaigns behind their charitable front.  I was never quite sure what Francis was up to appointing Burke to this group.  It's not just wealthy.  It has many many direct connections with global political powers, especially those of a right wing bent.