[NYer]

A picture, similar to the one below, was one the front page of the Washington Post today, above the fold. I was very glad to see it. The Eastern Christians, both Orthodox and Catholic, deserve the visibility!

Just curious; did the Washington Post reporter indicate that these were Eastern Catholics, as opposed to Orthodox Christians (no intent at malignment), which was misreported by several in the MSM. I'm sure the Orthodox Churches are also being bombarded with questions about their 'participation' at the Funeral for Pope John Paul II.

It is truly a conundrum for so many in the media who, like the majority of Catholics, have no concept of the Eastern (Oriental) Churches.

Thank you, Pyro, for this post! Here's one for you.

[Pyro7480]

I saw that pic. Thanks!

The Washington Post caption states, A Greek Catholic prelate burn incense over the coffin of Pope John Paul II as other Eastern Rite bishops offer prayers toward the end of the funeral Mass at St. Peter's Square in Vatican City.

The term "Greek Catholic" can be seen as an old generic term for Eastern Rite Catholics, though it isn't 100% accurate.

[Kolokotronis]

"I'm sure the Orthodox Churches are also being bombarded with questions about their 'participation' at the Funeral for Pope John Paul II."

I'll bet I got half a dozen calls at the office and even my secretary, a good Roman Catholic asked me. At breakfast this am at my koumbaros' restaurant, a reporter wanted me to explain why the EP was participating in the funeral liturgy!