I went to mass with my fellow seminarians at Saint Peter’s
Basilica this morning. The news crews are already getting things set up to
cover the papal conclave. Some have roof-top studios, others are building
scaffolding on street corners. Inside Saint Peter’s itself, everything seems
the same. (though there were a ton of relics on the altar in honor of
yesterday’s feast of the Chair of Saint Peter – the main feastday of the
Basilica)
TV Crews on Rooftops |
Pope Benedict finished his week-long spiritual retreat this
morning. On Wednesday, he’ll give his last public audience in Saint Peter’s
Square. So many people have asked for tickets that the Vatican has decided not
to issue them, and instead it will be first-come, first-serve. I’ve heard
estimates that around 500,000 people will be showing up, though who knows. I’ll
definitely be there, even if it means a seat on the street.
Scaffolding in Streets |
On Thursday the 28th at 5pm, the pope will take a
helicopter to his summer residence in nearby Castel Gandolfo. At 8pm, his
resignation will go into effect, and I’m sure he’ll be one very happy, relieved
man.
Saint Peter's Square |
God bless you,
Brother KevinPraying at the Main Altar |
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