Who is the Pope's "Maestro of Ceremonies"?

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What is the name of the Pope’s Maestro of Ceremonies that closes the door to the Sistene Chapel as the conclave begins to select a new pope? I have seen his picture many times in the newspapers and on television. He often stands to the Pope’s left and assists him in formal ceremonies. I have not been able to put a name with the face of the person. Thanks
 
I believe you are talking about Msgr. Guido Marini. See here, for example.

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Funny story.

I sent Msgr. Marini a friend request on Facebook because I really have enjoyed his writings on the liturgy, etc. and was hopeful to keep up with any new things he might write in the future. Anyway, I didn’t hear anything back for a while, so I figured he gets thousands of those and just didn’t feel like it. No biggie. Then, all of sudden I get a friend request from him, which I accept. I figured he hit the wrong button from my request, felt bad about it, and politely decided to send me one in return.

Then, I get a PM from him, in Italian of course, asking if I had any prayer requests. I used Bing translate to figure out what he was talking about and replied with a simple request and thanked him. I figured he might send out a mass message to all of his Facebook friends asking for prayer requests, so I really didn’t think anything of it. He replied and quoted some scripture, again in Italian, and I again thanked him for his consideration. He then promptly replied one more time, in English this time, this time telling me about how God has a great plan for me and big things are coming my way and asking me if I am ready to step into the greatness that the Lord has set aside for me. :eek: I was so surprised that I called my wife in to show her what he had written.

I am sure, since he doesn’t know me and we have never conversed before, that he is simply being kind and trying to offer some spiritual encouragement. The only other thing my wife and I thought of is that he simply got me mixed up with someone else, which is easily possible, and perhaps probable. Having said that, I would be lying if I said that I was not a bit taken back by that last message. :o Now, I just have to figure out how to respond. My initial thought was to tell him that there is nothing in my life history which suggests that God has any reason to expect greatness from me, but I thought he might confuse my actual meaning (I try to be funny, but I pretty much stink at it). 🤷

Anyway, not that big of a deal, but since I saw the thread topic and this just happened yesterday, I thought that some of you might get a chuckle out of it.

I also concur heavily that I hope he is retained in his current position. My understanding is that he was recently reappointed and that this typically lasts for 5 years. So, if Pope Francis decides to follow precedent in this area, Msgr. Marini should be around for some time yet.
 
jwinch2 said:
My initial thought was to tell him that there is nothing in my life history which suggests that God has any reason to expect greatness from me, but I thought he might confuse my actual meaning (I try to be funny, but I pretty much stink at it). 🤷

Anyway, not that big of a deal, but since I saw the thread topic and this just happened yesterday, I thought that some of you might get a chuckle out of it.

I also concur heavily that I hope he is retained in his current position. My understanding is that he was recently reappointed and that this typically lasts for 5 years. So, if Pope Francis decides to follow precedent in this area, Msgr. Marini should be around for some time yet.
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So you do the nerdy-type academicish humor that no one gets, too? =p =}
 
YoungTradCath said:
So you do the nerdy-type academicish humor that no one gets, too? =p =}
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Pretty much. Combine a dry wit with just not being that funny, and you have a recipe for boredom, and often for misunderstanding. My students often tell me that they have a hard time telling when I am joking or not.
 
jwinch2 said:
Funny story.

I sent Msgr. Marini a friend request on Facebook because I really have enjoyed his writings on the liturgy, etc. and was hopeful to keep up with any new things he might write in the future. Anyway, I didn’t hear anything back for a while, so I figured he gets thousands of those and just didn’t feel like it. No biggie. Then, all of sudden I get a friend request from him, which I accept. I figured he hit the wrong button from my request, felt bad about it, and politely decided to send me one in return.

Then, I get a PM from him, in Italian of course, asking if I had any prayer requests. I used Bing translate to figure out what he was talking about and replied with a simple request and thanked him. I figured he might send out a mass message to all of his Facebook friends asking for prayer requests, so I really didn’t think anything of it. He replied and quoted some scripture, again in Italian, and I again thanked him for his consideration. He then promptly replied one more time, in English this time, this time telling me about how God has a great plan for me and big things are coming my way and asking me if I am ready to step into the greatness that the Lord has set aside for me. :eek: I was so surprised that I called my wife in to show her what he had written.

I am sure, since he doesn’t know me and we have never conversed before, that he is simply being kind and trying to offer some spiritual encouragement. The only other thing my wife and I thought of is that he simply got me mixed up with someone else, which is easily possible, and perhaps probable. Having said that, I would be lying if I said that I was not a bit taken back by that last message. Now, I just have to figure out how to respond. My initial thought was to tell him that there is nothing in my life history which suggests that God has any reason to expect greatness from me, but I thought he might confuse my actual meaning (I try to be funny, but I pretty much stink at it). 🤷

Anyway, not that big of a deal, but since I saw the thread topic and this just happened yesterday, I thought that some of you might get a chuckle out of it.

I also concur heavily that I hope he is retained in his current position. My understanding is that he was recently reappointed and that this typically lasts for 5 years. So, if Pope Francis decides to follow precedent in this area, Msgr. Marini should be around for some time yet.
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HI JW,

I love this post:thumbsup: Awesome!

First, I was a bit sad that someone would downgrade this thread, but I guess I should not be surprised anymore :crying: Then, after reading your post, it warmed my heart! I pray that Monsignor Marini stays on for many years to come as well. 👍
We have a prayer thread for him (in the prayer section). I also love the picture posted above. God Bless Monsignor Guido Marini!:gopray2:
Thank you all!

You are very blessed! I would have never guessed that he would reply, how cool is that:D

God bless you,
Pax :highprayer:
 
Megan7 said:
You are very blessed! I would have never guessed that he would reply, how cool is that:D

God bless you,
Pax :highprayer:
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Like I said, i’m pretty sure he has me confused with someone else, or is just being polite. Neither of those are worth bragging about. 😉

As for the rest, I never even thought to think about a threads “rating” until recently and frankly cannot see the purpose. Does anyone actually choose which threads to pay attention to in that way?

God bless,
 
The ordering out of non permitted persons at the conclave is the only time I have heard his voice
 
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