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The Holy Father and the Holy See
“I think the cardinals selected someone that they knew, that they trusted, that they had had good and loving contact with, and that they felt comfortable with,” [Archbishop Gregory] said April 19, immediately following the election of the new pope by the conclave of 115 cardinals from 52 countries around the world...“The Holy Spirit has given us a teacher, a pastor and, as the Gospels this week continually go back to, a good shepherd. (The Georgia Bulletin, April 21, 2005)
2008 Papal Visit
For more information on the Apostolic Journey to the United States 2008, visit our 2008 Papal Visit page.
If You Don't Have Tickets, But Still Wish To See The Pope
New York
5000 Tickets Available on 5th Avenue - Saint Patrick's Cathedral Due to an overwhelming response from parishioners, Manhattan churches as well as on this website, ticket applications will no longer be accepted for the arrival of the Holy Father at the Cathedral of St. Patrick. However, there is another opportunity for you to greet the Holy Father and recieve his blessing. On Saturday, April 19th he will be traveling in the popemobile up 5th Avenue from the area of St. Patrick's Cathedral to 72nd Street at 1:15 pm. No tickets are necessary for this event. We suggest that you arrive early to obtain a good spot along the popemobile route.
Washington D.C.
At least two popemobile routes have been planned for the Holy Father's visit to Washington, DC, one following his visit to the White House on April 16 and one prior to his meeting with the United States bishops later that day. For details go to the ADW web site.
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Information about Pope Benedict XVI
Biography of Pope Benedict XVI
Encyclical, Deus Caritas Est (December 25, 2005)
Encyclical, Spe Salvi (November 30, 2007)
The Official Web site of The Vatican
The Official Web site of Vatican City State
Christ Our Hope: An Apostolic Journey of Pope Benedict XVI to the United States April 15-20, 2008
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