text: I don't think any real Progressive is holding his/her breath for Francis to implement the substantial reforms on the liberal agenda.  What we ARE hoping for, and what we've seen modest progress on in Francis' reign, is a continuation of Vat II reforms that were so stymied and controverted during JPII's and BXVI's reigns.  A part of those reforms were liturgical, based on refreshed theology and a return to understanding the mass as a communal meal where Jesus is present in Word, Bread and Wine, and the community itself -- not the sacrificial "me and God" ritual of the Latin mass.  Although it imparted a stronger sense of the sacred and personal prayer, there was little in the Latin mass that embraced a communal spirit or a sense of celebratory meal in union with both God and one another.  Unfortunately, too many dioceses neglected relevant education when liturgical changes were made, and we're still paying for that lazy rebellion 70+ years later, IMO.