Shouts of “Viva el Papa” and “Benedicto” rung out in the Greek Melkite Cathedral of St. George in Amman as Pope Benedict XVI celebrated Vespers on Saturday evening. He challenged Eastern Catholics to continue resolutely testifying to the faith.The hour and 30 minute celebration involved a procession with the Gospel, signing in Arabic by a 50 member choir, Pope Benedict receiving an icon of Sts. Peter and Paul and a speech by the Holy Father.
In his speech, Pope Benedict encouraged the Church in the Middle East to persist in giving witness to the saving power of Jesus, despite the hardships they endure in several countries. The presence of Iraqi Christians, who had fled persecution in their home countries, was evidenced by the Iraqi and other flags they waved to greet the Pope.
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2 comments:
Great post!
I think the trip has gone very well, so far...
Now if we can get the MSM to report what He REALLY says, as opposed to engendering confusion for their nefarious purposes!
Yeah...the MSM is reporting that muslims are disappointed with the Pope's talk. Nonsense...they are happy to have him there!
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