The Visit Live (Pope Benedict)

[GeoCyclist]

Full texts of what the Holy Father said in almost all of the Homilies / Speeches he gave during his visit to Britain can be found here:

ewtn.com/papalvisituk/words.htm

And here:

ewtn.com/library/papaldoc/b16ukindex.htm

 

[GraceSofia]

I just listened to his speech in full - what a powerful mind and brain is at work here. My only criticism is it can be a little difficult at times to catch clearly what the pope is saying. Having said that though, my hearing isnt what it used to be either!

I listened to it live, and perhaps because he speaks in such a mild, gracious manner, I missed something that jumps out in print:

This is the word of encouragement which I wish to leave with you this evening, and I do so in fidelity to my ministry as the** Bishop of Rome and the Successor of Saint Peter, charged with a particular care for the unity of Christ’s flock.**

An amazing, historic moment there in Westminster!

 

[GeoCyclist]

I listened to it live, and perhaps because he speaks in such a mild, gracious manner, I missed something that jumps out in print:

This is the word of encouragement which I wish to leave with you this evening, and I do so in fidelity to my ministry as the** Bishop of Rome and the Successor of Saint Peter, charged with a particular care for the unity of Christ’s flock.**

An amazing, historic moment there in Westminster!

When you see the text of his speeches, and break it down sentence by sentence, you see what a brillant and gifted mind is at work. And he is such a gentle and mild man.

 

[GraceSofia]

When you see the text of his speeches, and break it down sentence by sentence, you see what a brillant and gifted mind is at work. And he is such a gentle and mild man.

He is wonderful!

Are Msgr Martini and other people helping him physically more than before? They seem to be worried about the steps. I hope the Pope is in good health.

 

[Thyme]

Just got home from Hyde Park, London. It was amazing! Did anyone else go? I feel so proud to be a Catholic today lol. Do you reckon they will release a DVD of the Hyde Park event?

He is wonderful!

Are Msgr Martini and other people helping him physically more than before? They seem to be worried about the steps. I hope the Pope is in good health.

He is getting old. After kneeling, two people would take an arm and help him up. He must find it really difficult doing all this travelling and holding Masses.

 

[TheresaLS]

He is amazing! If only the Church follows him. We will see some glorious changes in this world and be ready for the next!

 

[GraceSofia]

Just got home from Hyde Park, London. It was amazing! Did anyone else go? I feel so proud to be a Catholic today lol. Do you reckon they will release a DVD of the Hyde Park event?
He is getting old. After kneeling, two people would take an arm and help him up. He must find it really difficult doing all this travelling and holding Masses.

What a blessing for you to attend! I watched live on EWTN and it was very moving. Quite beautiful with the candles.
One of the many benefits of this visit must be for the Catholics in the UK to see how many they are!

Probably there will be DVDs since there are DVDs of other visits. One source is EWTN: EWTN Religious Catalogue

It is a demanding pace for an 83-year-old, for sure. I also keep being impressed by the stamina of his bodyguards.

 

[Santi2]

Just got home from Hyde Park, London. It was amazing! Did anyone else go? I feel so proud to be a Catholic today lol. Do you reckon they will release a DVD of the Hyde Park event?

I did!!! I did!!! A marvellous day!!!

We were there at 1:45 P.M. and our trip to Hyde Park was so joyous from beginning to end. The Police we met along the way wished us a blessed and joyful day. No glum faces from those policing the Catholic crowd.

I wished a Priest at the kiosk purchasing memorabilia and it turned out that he was an Anglican priest who had come with members of his Parish. They are crossing the Tiber and upon hearing the news, the crowd in the kiosk burst out with “WELCOME HOME!!!”. Lots of hugs and handshakes. They cried. We cried.

Most memorable event of the day: Hyde Park for Benediction with the Holy Father, the Monstrance on the giant screen and the hushed crowd…a few metres away from where many Catholics were persecuted and died many, many years ago.

He is getting old. After kneeling, two people would take an arm and help him up. He must find it really difficult doing all this travelling and holding Masses.

I was most concerned for the Holy Father as well and hoped that he had time to rest in between events.

 

[GraceSofia]

I did!!! I did!!! A marvellous day!!!

I wished a Priest at the kiosk purchasing memorabilia and it turned out that he was an Anglican priest who had come with members of his Parish. They are crossing the Tiber and upon hearing the news, the crowd in the kiosk burst out with “WELCOME HOME!!!”. Lots of hugs and handshakes. They cried. We cried.

Lovely story. Thanks for telling it.

 

[GraceSofia]

I wish I could watch this today

Maybe a collection of clips will be put on-line.

The Vatican site has everything here:

Apostolic Journey to the United Kingdom

 

[Thyme]

What a blessing for you to attend! I watched live on EWTN and it was very moving. Quite beautiful with the candles.
One of the many benefits of this visit must be for the Catholics in the UK to see how many they are!

Probably there will be DVDs since there are DVDs of other visits. One source is EWTN: EWTN Religious Catalogue

It is a demanding pace for an 83-year-old, for sure. I also keep being impressed by the stamina of his bodyguards.

It was a blessing to attend! It was amazing when we arrived in London to see pilgrims everywhere. The performances before the arrival of the Pope were emotional and everyone was watching the helicopter to get an idea of how close the Pope was.

did!!! I did!!! A marvellous day!!!

We were there at 1:45 P.M. and our trip to Hyde Park was so joyous from beginning to end. The Police we met along the way wished us a blessed and joyful day. No glum faces from those policing the Catholic crowd.

I wished a Priest at the kiosk purchasing memorabilia and it turned out that he was an Anglican priest who had come with members of his Parish. They are crossing the Tiber and upon hearing the news, the crowd in the kiosk burst out with “WELCOME HOME!!!”. Lots of hugs and handshakes. They cried. We cried.

Most memorable event of the day: Hyde Park for Benediction with the Holy Father, the Monstrance on the giant screen and the hushed crowd…a few metres away from where many Catholics were persecuted and died many, many years ago.

You’re right- the police were joyful! When we left, the police were getting the road clear for opening and they were joking through the loud speaker. That’s so sweet, regarding the Priest at the kiosk!

Were you handed leaflets when you left, discrediting the Catholic Church? The woman said ‘God bless’, I took the leaflet, read it soon after and ripped it up

 

[Santi2]

You’re right- the police were joyful! When we left, the police were getting the road clear for opening and they were joking through the loud speaker. That’s so sweet, regarding the Priest at the kiosk!

Were you handed leaflets when you left, discrediting the Catholic Church? The woman said ‘God bless’, I took the leaflet, read it soon after and ripped it up

Lots of goodwill coming from the chap with the loud speaker by the gates. He said: “I hope everyone had a good time” and the crowd responded heartily.

We did not meet the woman but we came across a lone man accusing us of idolatry at the exit of Marble Arch station on our way to the park. Met a member of the gang of women for ordination with leaflets at Westminster Cathedral. We gently reminded her that we stood at the other side of the fence from them.

One Catholic blogger posted about his experience with Protestors at Westminster Abbey as well as how the Catholics reacted to them.

At one point, the militant Protestant section of the crowd shouted, “Stop selling indulgences!” leading to a small core of Catholics replying, “What do we want?! A Plenary Indulgence! When do we want it? Now!” and others advertising indulgences, crying out, “Get your indulgences, get your indulgences! Buy two indulgences and get your third absolutely free!” thatthebonesyouhavecrushedmaythrill.blogspot.com/2010/09/standing-in-the-shadow-of-st-peter.html

 

[libbybeth]

Just to say that after I saw my son off to University on the Saturday, I had an early night. I had to be up at 1.30 am to get the bus at 3.45 am to go to Birmingham for the Beatification Mass at Cofton Park. I took my mother with me and made sure she was well wrapped up and supplied with waterproofs. She is 83 and in a wheelchair. Everything was so well organised and people were all in their places before 5.30 am. Because my mother is disabled,we were quite near to the papal alter and could see and hear clearly. The mood was excited and joyous, but also quite peaceful. It was amazing that after the Pope went around the Park in his popemobile, the atmosphere became reverent very quickly for the Beatification Mass. He is an amazing man - quiet,but with intense eyes showing that he was thrilled to be with us!! He spoke the truth with focus and dignity, and concentrated fully upon the reason for the Mass. I think it is good that he came to the UK; those who are hostile to Christianity, and particularly to the Pope, will find that the British people are less ready to swallow their exaggerations and distortions of the truth so easily. His visit has been a great support to us. Alleluia

 

[GraceSofia]

I think it is good that he came to the UK; those who are hostile to Christianity, and particularly to the Pope, will find that the British people are less ready to swallow their exaggerations and distortions of the truth so easily. His visit has been a great support to us. Alleluia

I was heartened by the visit and the way he was received. Christians, the Church, and Western Civilisation are not in as bad a shape as the MSM would lead us to believe.

 

[jesuspsr]

I’m so touched and move by all these post that I cannot stop the tears of joy from running down my face even as I type this. Thank you so much, thank you England and Scottland. it trully is a good day to be Catholic.

peace to you all…

…jesus g

 

[Jules_Dell]

Does anyone know the name of that beautiful hymn that was just sung at the Offertory?

I’ve never heard it before, and would love to hear it again if any of our Scottish and English (or American?) members happen to know it.

Thank you!

Offertory Hymn is named ------Celtic Invocation.-----it is Scottish

 

[Jules_Dell]

:thumbsup:Absolutely FANTASTIC GLORIOUS,i was in Edinburgh to see the St Ninians Day Parade followed by The Pope.It was the feast day of St Ninian,who officially brought Catholicism to Scotland Approximately 360 AD,although some of The Roman Legion who occupied Britain were Catholics.
You had to be there in person to experience the excitement,130,000 Catholics lined Princes Street in Auld Reekie (Edinburgh) in 100% unism.I stood beside Catholics from Sri Lanka,Brazil,Germany Poland Ireland Scotland,there were many more nationalities and tourists lining the streets .So much for the Humanist ***,and the worlds top Anti Catholic Bigot Ian Paisley,who predicted that hardly anyone would turn up,Paisley stayed well out the way with his bigoted protest which attracted a mere 60 poor souls,yes make no mistake about it ,we Scots Catholics proved yet once again we are 100% loyal to our Pontiff,and The Faith Of Our Fathers

Each Pipe Band followed by pupils from Schools named after St Ninian,also historical Catholic figures throughout the history of Catholic Church in Scotland.

Then the climax when The Pope came along Princes Street,i waved to him ,and i swear to God he seen me and waved back ,i think he actually noticed the large Brazilian banner,next to my Papal flag,draped over the barrier. The Pipe Bands ,playing the famous Scottish tune----Highland Cathedral-----in his honour as he went past

One of the best and most exciting days in my life

Faith of our fathers living still,inspite of dungeon fire and sword.

As the old Jacobite song goes ,and sung by 300,000 to Pope John Paul 11,in his visit to Bellahoustan Park Glasgow 1982-------Will ye no come back again.
And he did,in Benedict in Feast Day Of Ninian ,16/9/2010

God Bless Our Pope The Great The Good:thumbsup:

 

[GraceSofia]

:thumbsup:Absolutely FANTASTIC GLORIOUS,i was in Edinburgh to see the St Ninians Day Parade followed by The Pope.
…]
God Bless Our Pope The Great The Good:thumbsup:

Lovely post. :clapping:

Do you think Catholics were surprised by how many they are? Surprised and encouraged?
I just have this theory that because we are not vocal and obnoxious we sometimes think that there aren’t many of us,
and it leads us to be more reticent than we should be in standing against the growing infringement of religious rights, etc.

 

[GraceSofia]

Here is a thought-provoking piece on Pope Benedict’s visit:

Benedict’s Creative Minority

*In the wake of Benedict XVI’s recent trip to Britain, we have witnessed—yet again—most journalists’ inability to read this pontificate accurately. Whether it was Queen Elizabeth’s gracious welcoming address, Prime Minister David Cameron’s sensible reflections, or the tens of thousands of happy faces of all ages and colors who came to see Benedict in Scotland and England (utterly dwarfing the rather strange collection of angry Kafkaesque protestors), all these facts quickly disproved the usual suspects’ predictions of low-turnouts and massive anti-pope demonstrations.

Indeed, off-stage voices from Britain’s increasingly not-so-cultured elites—such as the celebrity atheist Richard Dawkins and others whom the English historian Michael Burleigh recently described as “sundry chasers of limelight” and products of a “self-satisfied provincialism”—were relegated to the sidelines. As David Cameron said, Benedict “challenged the whole country to sit up and think.”

Of course the success of Benedict’s visit doesn’t mean Britain is about to return to its Christian roots. In fact, it’s tempting to say present-day Britain represents one possible—and rather depressing—European future.
*

 

[Jules_Dell]

Lovely post. :clapping:

Do you think Catholics were surprised by how many they are? Surprised and encouraged?
I just have this theory that because we are not vocal and obnoxious we sometimes think that there aren’t many of us,
and it leads us to be more reticent than we should be in standing against the growing infringement of religious rights, etc.

Grace Sofia
Scots Catholics were not surprised, how many we are, we knew there would be a huge turn out of Scots to welcome Our Pope to Scotland,it was no surprise and we did not need any encouragement,and had the crowds at the Bellahouston Park Mass in Glasgow, had not been restricted and people could get leave from work,another 300,000 would have been at the Mass like in 1982,in 1982 half the Catholic population or more, in Scotland saw the Pope in Edinburgh and Glasgow
We are not vocal ??? I ask you to come to Scotland the next time the Pope comes to Scotland,and you will hear the noisiest welcome in this world for a Pope,no other country on earth can match or , can beat the Scots Catholics at this,and also nothing compared to the skirl of the 1,000 pipers joining in the mighty hallowed ovation.
It was also great to see the Pope wearing his own Tartan Scarf,im sure he wont mind being nicknamed ,Pope McBenedict XV1
So Scots Catholics sing out to Benedict once again .,like we did to John Paul 2nd

Will Ye No Come Back Again
And He Will