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Benodette	Pope Benedict Mulling Return to Germany, Report Says	#481	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5131 04/06/08 05:29:41	DW-World - Compared to some of his predecessors, Pope Benedict XVI rarely travels abroad. But speculation in his native Germany is mounting that he will return for the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall in 2009. During a private audience on Thursday, April 3, Dieter Althaus, the premier of German state Thuringia, invited the pope to return to his home country. Though Althaus' spokesman said the pontiff was "basically open" to the idea, the head of the Catholic Church has yet to make an official decision. Still, the mass-circulation tabloid Bild reported Friday that the journey would occur in mid-April 2009. The anticipated trip would combine celebrations of the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and the 60th anniversary of the passage of Germany's democratic constitution. It would also likely be limited to the cities of Berlin and Erfurt, Thuringia's capital. In the heart of the communist former East Germany, Thuringia is the center of the cult of St. Elizabeth of Hungary (1207-1231), who was born to a royal family and dedicated her life for the poor and sick. Erfurt is also a place where Catholics are few. A visit there may be seen as a political move among Germans, one-third of whom describe themselves as Catholic. Althaus, however, said he would like the visit to focus on the role of the church in a globalized world and the position of the family in society. Speculation about a fresh visit first peaked in February. Catholic Church figures have asked Benedict to visit, but the Diocese of Erfurt said Thursday there was no official confirmation that the pope had accepted those invitations. Pope Benedict Mulling Return to Germany, Report Says
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Benodette	French bishops announce pope to visit Paris, Lourdes in September	#482	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5290 04/29/08 11:33:24	CNS - Pope Benedict XVI will visit France Sept. 12-15, spending two days in Paris before going to Lourdes to participate in events surrounding the 150th anniversary of the Marian apparitions to St. Bernadette Soubirous. The French bishops announced April 28 that Pope Benedict would arrive in Paris Sept. 12, be welcomed by top government officials, then address a gathering of intellectuals and artists representing "the world of culture." Later that day, he is scheduled to preside over an evening prayer service with priests, deacons, religious and seminarians in the Cathedral of Notre Dame, then address young people who will gather in the square outside the landmark church. The pope will celebrate Mass Sept. 13 on the lawn of Les Invalides, a complex originally built in the 17th century as a hospital and home for wounded war veterans. The complex now contains a military museum and the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte... Pope Benedict will fly to Lourdes the afternoon of Sept. 13, they said, and he will address pilgrims at the evening candlelight Marian procession. "In Lourdes on Saturday afternoon, the Pope will carry out the first stages of the jubilee way. That night, at the end of the candlelight procession, he will address the pilgrims," the bishops said. On Sunday, September 14, the Holy Father will "preside at Mass for the pilgrims. That afternoon, he will meet with the Bishops' Conference of France and end the day with a Eucharistic procession." Finally, on Monday morning, the Pope will take part in the fourth stage of the jubilee way and will bless the infirm during a Eucharistic celebration. He will return to Rome on Monday afternoon. Confirmed: Pope to visit Lourdes, Paris in September Pope's visit to France confirmed by bishops New Vatican stamps mark Lourdes anniversary
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Benodette	Pope's trip to Australia set for July 12-21: Vatican	#483	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5294 04/30/08 12:24:39	The Pope's trip to WYD in Australia is now confirmed - his longest trip to date. AFP - Pope Benedict XVI will be in Australia from July 12 to 21 on the occasion of the Roman Catholic Church's World Youth Day in Sydney, the Vatican announced on Wednesday. The 81-year-old pontiff will make his first visit to Australia as pontiff to take part in the July 15-20 event designed to bring young people from around the world together to learn about the Catholic faith. The Vatican gave no further details of the trip. Organisers in Sydney say they expect 125,000 international visitors to come to Australia's largest city. The pope will cruise Sydney's famous harbour as part of his official welcome, they said last month. Pope's trip to Australia set for July 12-21
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Benodette	Pope to holiday at secret location in Australia	#484	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5302 05/02/08 02:41:17	How long, I wonder, before the "secret" location is revealed by someone. It will be a miracle if the Pope succeeds in having a truly private holiday. I hope it works out. AFP - Pope Benedict XVI will holiday at a secret location in Australia before World Youth Day in Sydney in July, event organisers said Friday. Sydney Archbishop George Pell said the pope would arrive in Australia on July 13 and leave on July 21, taking three days vacation before attending World Youth Day. Event organisers said the 81-year-old pontiff "has decided to spend several days preparing for his encounter with young people" following the lengthy flight to Australia from Rome. "The trip to Australia will be the longest journey the Holy Father has ever undertaken," World Youth Day coordinator Anthony Fisher said, adding organisers had selected a holiday destination for the Pope that was "beautiful and suitable for the leader of the world's Catholics." "He will have the opportunity to see some of Australia's beautiful flora and fauna," Fisher said. "We cannot, of course, disclose the location; he is a head of state seeking private time and has asked that that privacy be respected." The pope will be officially welcomed to Sydney in a harbourside ceremony on July 17. Pope to holiday at secret location in Australia ABC News - The Catholic Archbishop of Sydney, Cardinal George Pell, says the Pope's holiday destination will not be made public because of security reasons. "He will rest up in an undisclosed location somewhere in or around Sydney and he will be using that time exclusively, he won't be available for engagements in that time," he said. Pope to holiday in Aust before World Youth Day Sydney Morning Herald - The Pope will be based at Cardinal George Pell's residence, Cathedral House, behind St Mary's Cathedral. " I have scored because I think I might get a new bathroom," Cardinal Pell said about changes to his simple residence at Cathedral House to accommodate the Pope. However, Cardinal Pell joked that a new spa was not on the list of changes. World Youth Day organisers also revealed today that the NSW Government would not be paying for the Pope's security during the three days he would be using to recover after his long trip to Australia from Rome. Cardinal Pell said the Pope was not expected to meet privately with any Australian dignitaries during his trip, including Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. Pope to rest during Sydney visit Pope planning secret Aussie holiday Last Edited By: Benodette 05/02/08 02:57:05. Edited 1 time.
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Benodette	Pope to make decision on NI visit	#485	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5312 05/04/08 09:58:49	BBC News - decision is expected later this year on whether Pope Benedict will accept an invitation to visit Northern Ireland. The invitation was issued by Irish Catholic bishops last year. The Pope's spokesman, Father Federico Lombardi, told Sunday Sequence the Holy Father's international agenda for 2009 would be known before the year's end. If it goes ahead, it would be the first papal visit to Ireland since Pope John Paul II in 1979. He was unable to travel to NI for security reasons. Father Lombardi said: "The agenda of the Pope for the next year is not decided. "He has received many invitations, he takes all invitations with the greatest attention and also with great desire to answer yes. But he knows also very well that the time is limited, and the possibilities of human beings are limited, and he has to make choices. "I don't know now which will be the choices for the next year. "I hope that... before the end of the year we will have an idea of the agenda of the international journeys of the Pope." Last October, a leading clergyman said Pope Benedict XVI may visit Northern Ireland. Pope to make decision on NI visit
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Benodette	Schedule of Pastoral Visit to Savona and Genoa - 17-18 May 2008	#486	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5352 05/08/08 07:08:27	Saturday 17 May 2008 Rome 15.00 Transfer by car from the Vatican to Rome-Ciampino. 15.30 . Departure by plane from Rome-Ciampino to Genoa. Savona 16.20 Arrival at "Christopher Columbus" Genoa-Sestri. Transfer by helicopter from the Christopher Columbus Airport Genoa-Sestri to Savona. 16.45 Arrival in Piazzale adjacent to the Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy in Savona. Visit to Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy in Savona. 17.15 Transfer by car from the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mercy to the Piazza del Popolo in Savona. 17.45 Celebration of the Eucharist in the Piazza del Popolo in Savona. Homily by the Holy Father. 19.45 Transfer by car from Piazza del Popolo to the Bishop's Palace in Savona. Private visit to the rooms of Pope Pius VII. Transfer by car to Darsena, the Old Port of Savona. 20.15 Departure by helicopter from Darsena Old Port of Savona for Genova. 20.45 Arrival in the piazza below the Sanctuary of the Madonna of the Watch at Cerànesi-Campomorone. 21.00 Dinner in private and the Pope will spend the night in the Episcopal residence, adjacent to the Shrine of the Madonna of the Watch at Cerànesi-Campomorone. Sunday 18 May 2008 09.00 Private visit to the shrine of the Madonna of the Watch. 09.15 Transfer by car to the piazza below the Sanctuary. Transfer by helicopter to Genoa. Genoa 09.40 Arrival at the "Villa Gentile" sports centre in Genoa. Transfer by car to the "Giannina Gaslini" Paediatric Hospital in Genoa. 09.45 Arrival at the hospital. 10.00 Meeting with the durectors, medical staff, nurses, children and their families at the entrance of the "Gaslini" in Genoa. Speech by the Holy Father. 10.45 Transfer by car from the hospital to the Piazza Matteotti in Genoa. 11.15 Meeting with young people in Piazza Matteotti in Genoa. Speech by the Holy Father. The Angelus in Piazza Matteotti in Genoa. Address by the Holy Father. 12.10 Transfer by car from Piazza Matteotti to the Cathedral of San Lorenzo in Genoa. 12.20 Meeting with the Cathedral Chapter and Religious in the Cathedral of San Lorenzo in Genoa. Speech by the Holy Father. 12.45 Transfer by car from the Cathedral of San Lorenzo al Archdiocesan major seminary "Benedict XV" in Genoa. 13.00 Arrival at Archdiocesan seminary "Benedict XV". 13.30 Lunch with the bishops of Liguria in the Archdiocesan seminary "Benedict XV" in Genoa followed by a rest period. 16.00 Transfer by car from the Archdiocesan seminary "Benedict XV" to the Piazza della Vittoria in Genoa. 16.30 Celebration of the Eucharist in the Piazza della Vittoria in Genoa. Homily by the Holy Father. 18.30 Transfer by car from Piazza della Vittoria to the "Christopher Columbus" Genoa-Sestri airport. 19.00 Departure by airplane from "Christopher Columbus" Genoa-Sestri for Rome-Ciampino. 19.50 Arrival at Rome-Ciampino. Transfer by car to the Vatican.
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Unicorn	Pope turns down invitation to Philippines ... for now	#487	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 1297 05/08/08 23:07:37	Well, this is one news item that certainly did not make my day ... Pope Benedict XVI turns down invitation to visit Philippines Manila - Pope Benedict XVI has turned down an invitation to visit the Philippines, Asia's largest Catholic country, this year due to a hectic schedule, a senior Church official said Friday. Archbishop Angel Lagdameo, president of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), said the Pope declined the invitation sent in July last year because his schedule was already packed. 'The reply was categorically no for the time being due to many schedules that have been filled up,' he said in a statement posted on the CBCP website. Pope Benedict XVI turns down invitation to visit Philippines I'll take comfort in the fact that Arch. Lagdameo said that Il Papa can't accept our invitation "for the time being". I can understand why he won't be able to make it this year. The trip to Australia is sure to be a very hectic trip, and it's no joke to be on a plane for almost an entire day -- I've no doubt the trip from Rome to Sydney will take, at the very least, 18 hours. Il Papa is not a young man anymore, and I'm sure my countrymen will understand that he won't be able to make it to our shores this year. I'll continue to pray that he will come in 2009 ... I was delighted with the welcome he received in the US, but believe me, when Il Papa comes to Manila, he will receive the kind of welcome that will amaze him beyond words. Come to Manila soon, carissimo Papa ... Proud to be Papist! "Each of us is the result of a thought of God. Each of us is willed, each of us is loved ..." - Benedict XVI "He knocks at the door, he is close to us and thus true joy is close, which is stronger than all the sorrows in the world, and in our life." - Benedict XVI
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Benodette	WYD - Youth day shortfall hits hotels	#488	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5365 05/10/08 16:58:04	Sydney Morning Herald -The arrival of Pope Benedict in Sydney for World Youth Day is looming as an unholy disaster for the luxury hotels of Sydney. Top-end hotels and businesses are reeling from the huge shortfall in predicted numbers. Domestic tourists are also reluctant to take holidays in Sydney because of the expected disruption to roads. One five-star hotel set aside 1000 beds and has not received one booking. NSW Tourism Minister Matt Brown yesterday said the Government was determined to change the public perception about the event. It aimed to let potential visitors know that central Sydney was open for celebration during the pope's visit as long as they used public transport. He said a campaign was being finalised with Tourism NSW to encourage interstate residents to take holidays in Sydney during the papal visit. "It is hoped we will be able to partner with one of the major airlines to attract interstate tourists to come and join the celebrations," Mr Brown said. "The long-term benefits for Sydney will be enormous, with the spotlight similar to what was enjoyed during the Olympics." Youth day shortfall hits hotels
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rcesq	Gift for the Pope	#489	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 1536 05/16/08 19:49:18 Moderator	Il Giornale Tip from the New Liturgical Movement: This is the painting the Archdiocesan curia is giving to Pope Benedict XVI as a gift for his visit this weekend. As far as I can make out from the blurb in Il Giornale (with some help from Babelfish), the painting is by the Greek artist Giorgio Oikonomoy and depicts the Pope in prayer in front of the Madonna of the Oratorio of St. Philip Neri. The light and industriousness of Genoa is denoted in the blue dividing line between the figures and the gilded background at the top. According to the artist, the Pope's joined hands intertwined with the Madonna's robes signifies the drama of the problems of the world that he is bringing in prayer to Mary. The design is also intended to show continuity with the baroque masters, who are the most noble expression of artistry in Genoa. I rather like it, even though the Pope's robes look rather more like those of a Dominican monk than the papal cassock.
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Benodette	Pope's visit as good as gold	#490	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5396 05/17/08 23:04:16	Sydney Morning Herald - POPE Benedict XVI will leave Sydney with some serious bling after his World Youth Day visit. Society jeweller Nic Cerrone and a team of his staff have for months been engaged in top-secret work - to create three commemorative pieces for the Pontiff, who arrives in Australia in July. Rumours have circulated Sydney's Italian community that the pieces - a chalice, Communion plate and vessel to hold Communion hosts - are valued at more than $1 million. Yesterday Mr Cerrone scoffed at the figure, but refused to give another one... He thought a large, jewel-encrusted crucifix would be ideal but after talks with church leaders, including Sydney Archbishop George Pell, he settled on the three pieces. They will be loaded with precious Australian metals and jewels, including rose, yellow and white gold and cognac and Argyle diamonds. Pope's visit as good as gold
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Benodette	Pope to pray at shrine of 'saint' Mary MacKillop	#491	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5418 05/21/08 03:50:11	The Telegraph - The Catholic community's bid for Australia's first saint has received a boost, with confirmation Pope Benedict XVI will pray at the shrine of Blessed Mary MacKillop when he visits Sydney later this year. The news was welcomed by Sophie Delezio's father Ron, who believes the late Australian nun was responsible for a miracle that saved his daughter's life after she was involved in separate car accidents in 2003 and 2006. While World Youth Day organisers were tight-lipped about the exact timing of the Pope's visit to the tomb in North Sydney, co-ordinator Bishop Anthony Fisher confirmed it would take place as part of his official duties between July 15-20. But he would not be drawn on the question of whether MacKillop's canonisation, which hinges on a second miracle being found that can be attributed to her, would be announced during the Pontiff's time in Australia. "What the Pope says, what the Pope does, is up to the Pope when he's here," he said. "That the Pope is coming here is a very good sign that (he) regards her highly." Pope to pray at shrine of 'saint' Mary MacKillop
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Benodette	Vatican liturgist prepares Italian city for papal visit	#492	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5425 05/22/08 15:23:28	CWN - The Vatican's chief liturgist is visiting Brindisi, Italy this week, to prepare for the June visit there by Pope Benedict XVI. Msgr. Guido Marini traveled to Brindisi not only to make arrangements for liturgical celebrations during the papal trip, but also to encourage the people of the Italian city to prepare spiritually for the papal visit, according to the Gazzetta del Mezzogiorno newspaper. Pope Benedict is scheduled to be in Brindisi on June 14- 15.
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Benodette	Yuschenko invites Pope Benedict to visit Kiev	#493	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5439 05/26/08 07:31:32	Interfax - President Viktor Yuschenko handed an invitation for Pope Benedict XVI to Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, to visit Kiev. "Ukraine highly appraises Pope Benedict's efforts to defend universal human values and global peace," Yuschenko said. Yuschenko invites Pope Benedict to visit Kiev
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Unicorn	Pope to meet leaders of other faiths at WYD	#494	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 1322 05/27/08 23:04:48	Truly the Pope of ecumenism ... from the The Age: Pope to meet leaders of other faiths In a show of openness and unity, Pope Benedict XVI has asked to meet leaders and representatives of other faiths while visiting Sydney for World Youth Day. The July gathering will include an ecumenical meeting with other Christian leaders and an interfaith meeting, both attended by The Pope. "Many people have asked, `Why is it called World Youth Day rather than Catholic Youth Day?'," event coordinator Bishop Anthony Fisher said in Sydney on Wednesday. "After all, we've been clear from the start that this event is hosted by the Catholic Church, it's held at the invitation of The Pope and it celebrates the Catholic faith and ideals for life. "But like so much the church does ... it seeks to serve all comers. Everyone is invited to join in the activities and catch the spark from these young people, to witness what may well be the biggest event in the history of Australia, certainly the biggest youth event and certainly the biggest religious event to date." The Pope will hold an ecumenical meeting with the leaders or representatives of Christian faiths, including the Anglican, Protestant, Orthodox, Lutheran, Presbyterian and Eastern Rite Churches. In a second meeting, the Pope will join some 40 heads of other faith traditions including Jews, Muslims, Buddhists and Hindus. Many of the World Youth Day activities, such as forums and artistic performances, would also be open to interfaith participants, Bishop Fisher said. Pope to meet leaders of other faiths Proud to be Papist! "Each of us is the result of a thought of God. Each of us is willed, each of us is loved ..." - Benedict XVI "He knocks at the door, he is close to us and thus true joy is close, which is stronger than all the sorrows in the world, and in our life." - Benedict XVI
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Unicorn	7 year-old girl who escaped death twice is WYD ambassador	#495	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 1325 05/28/08 00:42:18	My God, but this little girl could teach all of us a lesson in courage. 7 year-old girl who escaped death twice is WYD ambassador Sydney, May 23, 2008 / 04:07 pm (CNA).- Her name is Sophie Delezio, and at eight years old she has already miraculously survived two serious accidents. In spite of suffering burns over 85% of her body, losing both her legs, several fingers and her right ear, she never stopped fighting. This Australian girl has been chosen to be one of World Youth Day 2008's ambassadors. At the young age of 3, Sophie was badly injured when a car crashed into her pre-school, trapping her under the burning vehicle. Then in 2006 she was hit by a car as she was crossing the road in her wheelchair. The story of Sophie is known throughout Australia, as her two accidents led to several national campaigns and the entire country followed her condition for several months. The Delezio family is convinced that Sophie overcame her grave condition thanks to the intercession of Blessed Mary MacKillop, the Australian nun who is one of the ten patrons of WYD Sydney 2008. 7 year-old girl who escaped death twice is WYD ambassador I hope she gets an absolutely humongous bear hug from Il Papa. Proud to be Papist! "Each of us is the result of a thought of God. Each of us is willed, each of us is loved ..." - Benedict XVI "He knocks at the door, he is close to us and thus true joy is close, which is stronger than all the sorrows in the world, and in our life." - Benedict XVI
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Benodette	Pope may visit Philippines in 2011	#496	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5503 06/07/08 04:25:59	This story is for you Unicorn. The University of Sto. Tomas plans to invite Pope Benedict XVI to the Dominican-run pontifical university's 400th anniversary in 2011, the university's top official said Saturday. "We are hopeful that the Holy Father will visit the Philippines and UST in three years' time from now," Fr. Rolando dela Rosa, UST rector, said in an interview posted on the university's website. Last May, the president of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines, Iloilo Archbishop Angel Lagdameo, revealed that he and Manila Archbishop Gaudencio Cardinal Rosales had sent a formal letter to the Vatican inviting the Pope to visit the country this year. The invitation was declined due to the Pope's previous commitments. Dela Rosa expressed optimism that the Pontiff will visit Manila to grace their celebrations, saying UST was a pontifical university under the authority of the Vatican. It is also one of the oldest and largest Catholic universities outside of Europe. Pope may visit Philippines in 2011 UST invites Pope for its 400th anniversary rites in 2011
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Benodette	Pastoral Visit to Apulia 14-15 June 2008	#497	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5514 06/09/08 11:38:02	This weekend the Pope will be taking another trip outside Rome. On 14 and 15th June he will be making a pastoral visit to the Sanctuary of Santa Mari di Luca and to the port city of Brindisi in Apulia, the "heel" of Italy. This is a very beautiful part of Italy, full of castles and cathedrals bleached by wind and sun, some of them perched dramatically on the seashore. This region has been occupied by Greeks, Romans, Saracens, Byzantines, Lombards and Normans. Pilgrims and crusaders, merchants and soldiers have all passed through here and some have lingered. The Norman influence is strong because the Normans occupied this region in the 11th century and made it a part of the Kingdom of Sicily. They have left an architectural heritage which looks quite extraordinary in the crystal clear light of the Adriatic with a backdrop of blue water, silvery olive groves or barren white hills. The wine here is strong and full and distinctive and the food is dominated by the riches of the sea. I love this region and it is still relatively unspoilt by international tourism. Two of the Memores Domini women who keep house for the Pope come from this part of Italy - I wonder if they will be hitching a lift home on the chopper on Saturday. Wiki Santa Maria di Leuca is a dramatic fortified sanctuary standing next to the famous lighthouse at the very end of the Italian heel. The present building was constructed in the 18th century and it commemorates the legend that the Apostle Peter stopped here on the way to Rome. Wiki The Pope will say Mass in the Basilica in the late afternoon on Saturday June 14th . Santa Maria di Leuca is the most southern point of the Italian peninsula. Below headland, the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian seas meet. It is stunningly beautiful and I am certain the Pope will love being there. Wiki After Mass at Santa Maria di Leuca he will leave by helicopter for the ancient port of Brindisi, 75 kilometres to the NE on the Adriatic. There he will meet young people in the Piazzale Lenio Flacco before retiring to spend the night in the Episcopal palace. Brindisi is a busy and colourful port with a rich history and some stunning churches. This city has been a port for millennia. During the Crusades it was one of the major ports of embarkation for the Holy Land. Its fortunes have fluctuated over the centuries and it has been occupied by Venice, Spain, Austria and the Bourbons until finally becoming part of the Italian State in 1860. Between 1943 and 1944 it was the temporary capital of Italy. On the morning of the Sunday 15th June the Pope will meet cloistered nuns in the chapel of the Episcopal palace before travelling by pope-mobile to the Santa Apollinare wharf on the harbour where he will celebrate Mass. After Mass the Pope will lead the Angelus. He will then return to the Episcopal palace for lunch and a rest. His last appointment will be at the cathedral. Brindisi cathedral, although reconstructed in the 18th century, still retains a 12th century Romanesque façade. It contains the relics of St Theodore, the patron saint of the city, and it has a very unusual mosaic floor, similar to the one at Otranto. Pug;ia web The colours are muted; grey, black, white and a reddish brown, and the execution naive. It depicts myths and bible stories, including the exile from the Garden of Eden and the tale of King Arthur. Here the Pope will arrive at 4.30 in the afternoon to adore the Blessed Sacrament and meet with the priests and seminarians of the diocese. At five he will depart for the airport for his return flight to Rome. Hopefully there will blue skies, blue seas and sunshine for this visit. The Pope's Schedule Saturday 14 June 15.00 Departure of the Pope from the Vatican for Ciampino 15.30 Departure by plane from the airport of Ciampino for Galatina 16.30 Arrival to the military airport "Fortunate Cesari" of Galatina Departure in helicopter for Leuca 16.50 Arrival in Leuca - Punta Ristola, where he will be met by the Bishop and regional government officials. Departure by car along the Lungomare Cristoforo Columbo for Leuca, passing near the port. 17.15 Arrival at the Sanctuary, where the chancellor of the Sanctuary will receive the Pope. The Pope will pray at the altar of the Madonna in preparation for Holy Mass. 17.30 Celebration of the Eucharist in the piazza in front of the shrine. 19.15 Departure for Punta Ristola 19.30 Departure by helicopter for Brindisi Brindisi 20.00 Arrival of the Pope at the Heliport in Via Spalato. Greeting by local officials Transfer by pope-mobile to Piazza Lenio Flacco 20.30 Encounter with young people in the Piazza and official greeting from the city of Brindisi. Address by the Mayor Greetings from young people Address by the Holy Father The Pope will spend the night in the Episcopal Palace. The young people will hold a prayer vigil. Sunday 15 June 2008 9:00 The Pope will meet cloistered nuns in the chapel of the Episcopal Palace 9:30 The Pope leaves the Episcopal Palace by pope-mobile for the Sant Apollinare harbour district. 10:00 Celebration of the Eucharist at the Sant Apollinare wharf on the Harbour. Homily by the Holy Father. 12.00 The Pope will lead the Angelus. The Pope will return to the Episcopal Palace for lunch and a rest 16.30 Visit to the Cathedral .Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and meet with the Clergy and Seminarians of the Diocese. 17.00 - Departure by pope-mobile for the Military Airport "Or. Pierozzi" and the return to Rome.
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rcesq		#498	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 1599 06/09/08 23:07:22 Moderator	The photos from the heel of Italy are great. Thanks, Benodette. It's too bad that the Pope can't get in any incognito sightseeing on his trips. Brindisi is a place I've always wanted to visit, mainly because of the ending of Ford Madox Ford's masterpiece, The Good Soldier, where the entire narrative suddenly pivots on the delivery of a telegram reading: "Safe Brindisi. Having rattling good time. Nancy." And of course it also has such a cheerful name -- the Brindisi in La Traviata is one of my favorite choruses.
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Benodette	Pope says he hopes to visit the Holy Land	#499	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5548 06/19/08 15:19:55	CNA - Members of the Aid Agency for the Oriental Churches were received in an audience by Pope Benedict this morning at the Vatican. At the audience, the Holy Father stressed the vital role of the Eastern Churches in working for peace and expressed his desire to visit the Holy Land. Speaking to the group in Italian, English, German and French, the Pope said that the "everyday life and the special mission" of the Eastern Churches, "especially at the ecumenical and the inter-religious level, must be supported by the entire Catholic Church." The Pope first spoke of the aid agency's concern for religious communities in Armenia and Georgia "which were among the first to receive the light of Christ." These churches, he said, are able "by living humbly and fraternally with other Christian Churches, and by generously serving the poor … express in a very practical manner the communion of love proper to the universal Catholic Church." Nonetheless, Pope Benedict said that he still worries about the difficult situation of Christians in Iraq, recalling the figure of Archbishop Paulos Faraj Rahho of Mosul of the Chaldeans, who died in tragic circumstances after being kidnapped on February 29 this year. ... Finally, Pope Benedict recalled a recent visit by Cardinal Leonardo Sandri, prefect of the Congregation for the Oriental Churches, and other church officials to the Latin- and Eastern-rite communities in the Holy Land. The "cause" of these communities, said the Pope, "is vital for the entire Church." Saying that he shares "their trials and their hopes," Pope Benedict XVI also fervently prayed that he "may be able to visit them in person, just as I pray that certain signs of peace, which I greet with immense hope, may soon be put into effect." Pope says he hopes to visit the Holy Land
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Benodette	Congo President invites papal visit	#500	[url]	[-]
Member Posts: 5549 06/19/08 15:23:58	CWN - President Joseph Kabila Kabange of the Democratic Republic of Congo met with Pope Benedict XVI in a private audience on June 19, and invited the Pontiff to visit his African country. During his conversation with the visiting African leader, the Pope focused on the violence in the eastern Kivu provinces, emphasizing the need for protection of fundamental human rights, and calling for "an end to the suffering of the civilian population" there. Congo President invites papal visit
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