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The Grand Finale
07/02/08
The Grand Finale
Here it is. The 5th and final cell phone video from our visit to Italy.
This one comes from St. Peter's Square, where every Wednesday when he is in town, Pope Benedict addresses pilgrims and anyone else who gathers there. I have no idea how many people can fit in the square - tens of thousands at a minimum.
We got there early in the morning and sat adjacent to the platform where the Pope gave his address. It was breathtaking and moving to watch throughout the morning as pilgrims and believers arrived in the square. They sang, they chanted, they carried banners written in various languages. It was remarkable to witness the universality and global flavor of the Church all in one place. As a new Catholic, this was very special to me.
The Pope spoke in Italian about Gregory the Great, not a subject I know much about. Various translators got up afterward and shared portions of his address in other languages. They also shared his greetings and recognized various groups who were present that day.
Really great stuff. Enjoy the video!
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· http://www.allenhuntshowsucks.com Gregory the Great, not a subject I know much about.
According to Catholic legend:
St. Gregory took special, loving care of poor people and strangers. Every day he used to feed them a good dinner. Once the Lord Himself came, dressed like one of the Saint’s poor guests. This Jesus did to show St. Gregory how pleased He was with his charity.
According to other Catholic legends, there was a guy named Jesus who did miracles including flying up to heaven on a cloud.
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07/06/08 @ 23:14 · http://www.allenhuntshowsucks.com I hope you got a better view.
Are you kidding? With Allen's propaganda value they had him on display like Gary Powers. They probably gave him seat inside the papal frock.
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