Of course he did it. He did it in front of cameras as a publicity stunt.
However, Jesus Chris did otherwise; just as all of Francis' predecessors have.
Chris = Christ
“Of course he did it. He did it in front of cameras as a publicity stunt.”
It was part of the Maundy Thursday liturgical celebrations. If it was filmed, what of it? I guess Jesus only did things in secret? No, He often did things very much in public.
“However, Jesus Chris did otherwise; just as all of Francis’ predecessors have.”
Actually all of Francis’ predecessors did the foot washing IN PUBLIC IN CHURCH. http://www.wakeforestcatholic.com/photos/80590 Jesus did it behind closed doors where only His disciples could be. Are you saying the pope should then do it in secret only?