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Pope urges U.S. Catholics to renew their missionary energy
By • Catholic News Service • 4/17/2008
Celebrating Mass in a Washington baseball stadium, Pope Benedict XVI urged U.S. Catholics to renew their missionary energy at a time when American society is at a moral crossroads. WASHINGTON (CNS) -- The pope warned of "signs of a disturbing breakdown in the very foundations of society" and said ...
The Pope Presides over Vespers
By • Catholic Online • 4/17/2008
The Liturgy of Vespers over which he then presided reflected “treasures old and new” in the words of the Holy Gospel. WASHINGTON, D.C. (Catholic Online) - Shortly after his trip through the Streets of down town Washington, DC where he was greeted by massive crowds, the Pope arrived to an ...
Joint Statement of the U.S. and Holy See
The White House Press • 4/17/2008
The Pope and President discussed respect for the dignity of the human person; the defense and promotion of life, matrimony and the family; the education of future generations; human rights and religious freedom. WASHINGTON, D.C. (White House News) - His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI and President ...
President and Pope have Private Discussion
Catholic News Agency • 4/17/2008
The two discussed a wide range of topics, Middle East prominent. Both leaders also spoke about terrorism and the use of religion to justify it. WASHINGTON, DC (CNA) - After a welcome ceremony filled with displays of Americana and good wishes, Pope Benedict and President Bush met in the Oval Office ...
Americans Wish Pope Happy Birthday
By • Zenit News Agency • 4/17/2008
Pope Benedict XVI turned 81 on his Trip to the United States and the Nation celebrated with him. WASHINGTON, D.C. (Zenit) - Benedict XVI emerged from the apostolic nuncio's residence in the U.S. capital this morning to be greeted by children's voices wishing him a happy birthday in his native ...
Pope: 'Freedom a Gift and Responsibility'
Zenit News Agency • 4/17/2008
"The preservation of freedom calls for the cultivation of virtue, self-discipline, sacrifice for the common good and a sense of responsibility toward the less fortunate" WASHINGTON, D.C. (Zenit) - Freedom is a challenge for each new generation, and must be constantly "won over" for the cause of ...
President's Remarks to the Pope
By • Catholic Online • 4/16/2008
President Bush welcomed Pope Benedict XVI to the White House Wednesday morning, telling him that “you'll find a nation that welcomes the role of faith in the public square.” WASHINGTON (Catholic Online) – At 10:38 am this morning, President George W. Bush welcomed His Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI to ...
Pope Benedict’s Historic White House Visit
By • Catholic Online • 4/16/2008
In a second historic visit by a Pope to the White House, Pope Benedict proclaims "Christ our Hope" to the United States. WASHINGTON (Catholic Online) – Pope Benedict visited the White House today, welcomed by the President and Mrs. Bush, distinguished members of U.S. Government, his bishops, and ...
Bush and children welcome pope on his birthday
By • Catholic News Service • 4/16/2008
As the black limousine pulled up in front of the White House, a crowd of 9,000 including school children stood on the lawn waiting to greet the Holy Father. WASHINGTON (CNS) -- After getting out of the car, Pope Benedict stood next to the papal nuncio, Archbishop Pietro Sambi, and stretched his ...
City Ready for the Holy Father
By • Catholic Online • 4/16/2008
As the Pope was preparing to land at Andrews Air Force Base Tuesday afternoon, there were many unsung heroes who were not present for the historic touchdown. They were busy making Washington ready for this most important visit. WASHINGTON (Catholic Online) – Eyes and ears of Catholics around the ...