Rome 2008
The First pilgrimage of the Fraternity to the Shrine of St Genesius
The First pilgrimage of the Fraternity to the Shrine of St Genesius
POPE PRAISES THE FRATERNITY
Pope Benedict XVI praised the foundation of the Fraternity of St Genesius during a meeting with the founder and Father Director following his weekly General Audience in Rome on the 29th October last, describing it as “a wonderful work”.
Thousands of pilgrims from all over the world gathered in St Peter’s Square for the Audience which began at 10.30am. Despite rainfall early in the morning, the weather cleared up just as the Holy Father arrived. The Fraternity pilgrims were well placed in the square and they managed to greet the Holy Father as he passed. As is the custom, Pope Benedict delivered a catechesis to the assembled crowds first in Italian, and then a summary in a number of languages. Given that this is the Pauline Year, the Holy Father is devoted his catecheses to the subject of St Paul, his teachings and theology.
When the English speaking groups were introduced to the Holy Father, the Fraternity was mentioned and with a roar coming from the members in the square, the Holy Father acknowledged the greeting with a wave. Following the Audience the Pope received a number of bishops who were present, among them our Protector Bishop, Bishop Michael.
Fr John, our Father Director was seated in a special section during the Audience and afterwards met and spoke with the Holy Father. He told the Pope about the foundation of the Fraternity and its aims and the Holy Father encouraged him and the Fraternity in the mission of praying for and supporting those in the arts. Fr John then presented the Pope with a copy of the Proto-Icon.
Pope Benedict XVI praised the foundation of the Fraternity of St Genesius during a meeting with the founder and Father Director following his weekly General Audience in Rome on the 29th October last, describing it as “a wonderful work”.
Thousands of pilgrims from all over the world gathered in St Peter’s Square for the Audience which began at 10.30am. Despite rainfall early in the morning, the weather cleared up just as the Holy Father arrived. The Fraternity pilgrims were well placed in the square and they managed to greet the Holy Father as he passed. As is the custom, Pope Benedict delivered a catechesis to the assembled crowds first in Italian, and then a summary in a number of languages. Given that this is the Pauline Year, the Holy Father is devoted his catecheses to the subject of St Paul, his teachings and theology.
When the English speaking groups were introduced to the Holy Father, the Fraternity was mentioned and with a roar coming from the members in the square, the Holy Father acknowledged the greeting with a wave. Following the Audience the Pope received a number of bishops who were present, among them our Protector Bishop, Bishop Michael.
Fr John, our Father Director was seated in a special section during the Audience and afterwards met and spoke with the Holy Father. He told the Pope about the foundation of the Fraternity and its aims and the Holy Father encouraged him and the Fraternity in the mission of praying for and supporting those in the arts. Fr John then presented the Pope with a copy of the Proto-Icon.
Fr. John Hogan presents a copy of the Icon of St. Genesius to Pope Benedict XVI
Praying for those involved in cinema and theatre
