The View crew has returned from their week long hiatus as they reflect on the loss of Pope Francis, who once blessed Whoopi Goldberg.

Whoopi Goldberg shared an emotional tribute to her friend, Pope Francis, after the religious leader died Monday at age 88. Goldberg previously gifted him with 'Sister Act' merch at the Vatican.

The View cohosts took substantial time on Tuesday’s (April 22) new edition of the show to share their thoughts on the death of Pope Francis. Whoopi Goldberg, who once met the pope, was particularly affected by the loss and shared her hopes that the Catholic church will replace him with someone who can build upon the pope’s legacy of acceptance.