POPE JOHN PAUL, II HAS DIED OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM VATICAN IMMINENT (Breaking Nws) 9:37 PM Rome 4/2

FOX news | April 2, 2005

[CitizenM]

(Saturday) Vatican City, Rome Italy - The official Vatican announcement by Cardinal Ruini, is expected momentarily. Media is standing by as we watch and wait.

Synopsis of the Worldwide Two Day Vigil: "The Pilgrim Pope" - Since Thursday, March 31 and the announcement of the Pope’s critical condition, high fever, and urinary tract infection, and subsequent septic shock there has been a constant vigil of the faithful while media coverage has been continually providing updates along with stories, and historical information on this holiest of holy men. Early in the afternoon of Friday, April 1, international media and the people throughout the world were sent into frenzy that began immediately after the noontime Mass (where special prayers had just been offered for The Pontiff’s health and peace). While Mass was still being held, word somehow spread that the Pope had lost consciousness; and then the announcement that he had also suffered kidney failure. Shortly, a (false) broadcast on networks every proclaimed that The Pontiff had died. The world held its breath and waited for the “official” notification, while all over the mourning began, and people dropped to their knees in St. Peter's Square. People stopped working, televisions and radio commentators spoke in solemn tones. But, no "official” word came and well over fifteen minutes had passed. Finally a Vatican spokesperson announced that the Holy See was, indeed, still alive! Contrary to all announcements, his heart was beating and his brain was still functioning. Hours passed, and no news of any change in the Pope's condition was presented while people continued to pray and wonder. It was being assumed that the many procedures and preparations were being made within the Vatican. In the streets of Vatican City people noted the obvious security measures taking place: more barricades were erected, and more significant crowd control procedures were implemented in preparation for the expected rise in the vigilant. An additional number of streets were closed to motor traffic; a number of ambulances were placed on the immediate grounds for any required emergency assistance for the people. At approximately 5:00 p.m. (US EST) another announcement was made that John Paul, II was conscious and had never lost consciousness. Sorrowful, vigilant crowds have filled St. Peter’ Square rising to about 70,000 during the day Thursday. During that time hymns rang out spontaneously and a Rosary Ceremony was held. Churches filled with the prayerful around the world. In Poland, especially, people gathered in the streets and outside the building in Krakow where the Pope stayed when he visited what he always called “home.” Luminary candles were placed all over the grounds. Pilgrimages from all over Europe to Vatican City were announced underway and included Catholics and those of all faiths whose love, respect, and admiration of this Holy man transcends all religious and ethnic lines. The crows are expected to swell to over 100,000 in the Vatican. At 11:00 A.M (Rome time) Saturday, the Vatican , spokesman, Navarro-Fellas, made a statement that the Pope's condition remained “very grave” but basically unchanged. He was not in a coma, although there had been periods of unconsciousness ( medical commentators told us that was most likely due to the toxins that built up in his system). However, he would awaken and even interact and be alert. The spokesman related the Pope's love of the children. Note: He was so loved by them they nicknamed him “Papa,” and “JPII.”. A huge “World Youth Day” has been in the planning for years and was scheduled for Aug. 20, 2005, Cologne, Germany.( Message of the Holy Father To the Youth of the world on the Occasion of the 20th World Youth Day ) Navarro-Fellas related how the Holy Father had been told that mostly young people had been vigilant in the square the night before. That seemed to please him and he spoke, difficult to understand, but he said:

"I have looked for you, now you have come to me. Now I thank you." Later in the day it was reported that, although seriously ill, he had completed some official duties and assigned a few more bishops. Mentally, when he was awake, it was related, he was able to remain focused. So, from his bed he was still handling some unfinished business he wanted to finalize, it was said. His bedroom was described at one point (giving us a beautiful mental picture). We were told it was all white with white fluffy bedding, and John Paul, II was propped up in a semi-sitting position. It was described as serene and peaceful and His Eminence was receiving constant attention, particularly from the three nuns who have regularly cared for him. Saturday evening, dusk came again to Rome, and a candlelight vigil was renewed by the faithful around 6:00 PM. A respectful silence fell over the crowds as they awaited news. It was said that, again, that the crowd of approximately 60,000 contained a significant number of young people who, although respectful in their attendance, had become quite boisterous. Media personnel reported there was an air of reverence punctuated with jubilation for His Holiness, as they celebrated his coming passage into Heaven. It was not one bit an unruly crowd, and quite well-mannered. Finally around 7:00 PM (Rome) another update came from the chief spokesman, Navarro-Fallas, who presented the media with a written statement that read: “ The Pontiff had developed a high fever in the late morning. His physical condition is still quite serious. He is responding to household aides.” The message appeared somewhat terse but was, evidently, meant to dispel rumors that had arisen that he was in a complete coma. It was also noted on the broadcasts that the Holy See could have been experiencing periods of ecstasy/rapture that he has oft slipped into when in fervent prayer, and, perhaps, was not just “unconscious.” Since that is somewhat misunderstood by the majority of people, it was not openly discussed by the Vatican spokesperson. At the time of his death, and once it has been ascertained to be definite, and he has been removed from his bedroom, the Camerlengo of the Vatican locks and seals the private apartment of the Pontiff. The pope’s Fisherman’s ring with his unique seal are smashed with a silver hammer to symbolize the end of his reign and to prevent forgeries. No autopsy is performed. Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger will then speak to the people. The Bronze Door, a massive portal beneath a portico off St. Peter's Square is closed and is kept shut until a new pontiff is elected When the dramatic closing of the shutters on the windows of the Pontiff's apartment takes place that serves as another traditional symbol to the world that Pope John Paul, II, (born Karol Wojtyla, May 18, 1920, Wadowice, Poland) the world’s first Polish pope, has completed his work and extraordinary reign of 26 years. He will have left his earthly bonds to take his well-deserved place of honor among the highest of angels. Peace, my dear Holy Father. May the love of the people you served so unselfishly surround and lift you as you rise, effortlessly, through the clouds. We rejoice. You are no longer suffering pain or discomfort, your journey is over and you will be rewarded with God's waiting embrace, and the open arms of Our Lady of Fatima for whom you had such special devotion. Pope John Paul, The Great Pope John Paul, II - May 18, 1920-April 2, 2005 Holy Father, you led us in life. You left us your love.

[Jrabbit]

Yes, it was. Terri was included in the mass yesterday for Pope John Paul.

He always championed life. He always taught us to protect the weakest among us. He lived his message to the end.

And today he met Terri in heaven. Among all the others that he touched here on earth. I imagine it is quite a crowd!

[Reagan Man]

A great human being and a great man has died.

Honor his life!

[ken21]

very sad.

i just got home and am attempting to let it all enter.

the man of the world.

i value him for his understanding of communism and his stand with solidarity, and of course, president reagan and maggie thatcher.

those 3 are the moral beacons of our age.

[Petronski]

Szabuniewicz!

Gesundheit!

;O)

[StarFan]

[TexKat]

:)

[CitizenM]

a midi file:

Thank you. Perfect.

[Right_in_Virginia]

Terri was included in the mass yesterday for Pope John Paul.

She was also remembered in the Mass being celebrated now in DC for the Pope.

[Smartass]

I know how you feel.   The whole Polish nation is in very deep mourning.   Besides being our Pope, he was a very special and compassionate worldly person.   I don't know if there is anyone out in the Catholic hierarchy to step into those big shoes?

[Hand em their arse]

Jeez, i saw that one coming down Main St..... :)

[Sonar5]

As a Roman Catholic Christian, John Paul II, The Bishop of Rome, has touched my life deeply.



He has brought back the values that I personally believe, and has set so many examples in his life and in his death that they are transcendent of all religion & nations.



He was a leader that the world surely needed in this time, from the cold war, to the fall of communism, and especially to his support of all life, something I personally hold dear myself.



AVE MARIA, gratia plena, Dominus tecum. Benedicta tu in mulieribus, et benedictus fructus ventris tui, Iesus. Sancta Maria, Mater Dei, ora pro nobis peccatoribus, nunc, et in hora mortis nostrae. Amen.



HAIL, MARY, full of grace; the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.



Rest in Peace John Paul II.




Vatican Bulletin:

http://www.vatican.va/gpII/bulletin/B0183-XX.01.pdf


Sabato, 02.04.2005 N. 0183
Pubblicazione: Immediata
Sommario:
Ë DICHIARAZIONE DEL DIRETTORE DELLA SALA STAMPA DELLA SANTA
SEDE, DR. JOAQUÍN NAVARRO-VALLS
Ë DICHIARAZIONE DEL DIRETTORE DELLA SALA STAMPA DELLA
SANTA SEDE, DR. JOAQUÍN NAVARRO-VALLS
Questa sera, il Direttore della Sala Stampa della Santa Sede, Dr. Joaquín Navarro-Valls,
ha rilasciato ai giornalisti la seguente dichiarazione:
Il Santo Padre è deceduto questa sera alle ore 21.37 nel Suo appartamento privato.
Si sono messe in moto tutte le procedure previste nella Costituzione apostolica “Universi
Dominici gregis” promulgata da Giovanni Paolo II il 22 febbraio del 1996.
00398-01.01




Translation:
"The Saint Padre is passed away this evening to hours 21,37 in Its private apartment. All have been put in motion the procedures previewed in the apostolic Constitution"

[Jrabbit]

Thank you....

Pictures of him with children are so touching.

[CitizenM]

I have had to leave off and on, away from TV, etc. I know I did not see the traditional "closing of the shutters" of the Pope's room's windows. Did this occur? I think they do not do it until he is removed from the bedroom, but I don't know if that happened yet, either. Darn...life is interfearing with my watching! Anyone know?

[MonitorMaid]

Lovely compilation of the past days. Thank you!

John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, do I give unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid.

[CitizenM]

Just on Fox News - the last word the Pope uttered before his death was Amen.

Another sign of the truth to the story that has been told: That he knew the day and hour of his death.

[Jrabbit]

Thank you...I didn't know that.

[mafree]

May this great man, Pope John Paul II, rest in peace. He has done his work on earth well- even this non-Catholic feels he did a good job.

[Former Dodger]

Thanks for the ping, AAC.

He was a great man and a great Pope, he will be missed, but I am happy that his suffering has ended, God blessed US by his presence, and the next pope has some mighty big slippers to fill.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.

Goodbye, Dear Friend....

[Smartass]

Thank You