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POPE JOHN PAUL, II HAS DIED OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM VATICAN IMMINENT (Breaking Nws) 9:37 PM Rome 4/2
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| April 2, 2005
Posted on 04/02/2005 11:57:08 AM PST by CitizenM
Edited on 04/03/2005 6:40:57 AM PDT by Admin Moderator.
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(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 Popes 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 Pontiffs 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 popes Fishermans 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 worlds 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.
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To: texasbluebell
she did go on to say in over 400 years.
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posted on
04/02/2005 12:59:03 PM PST
by
NautiNurse
("I'd rather see someone go to work for a Republican campaign than sit on their butt."--Howard Dean)
To: ChadGore
A beautiful picture of Ronald Reagan and the Holy Father. Both men brought down Communism.
422
posted on
04/02/2005 12:59:05 PM PST
by
amdgmary
(Please visit www.terrisfight.org and www.theempirejournal.com)
To: CitizenM
This is one of my favorite pictures of the Pope. It seems especially appropriate now.
Rest in peace, JPII.
423
posted on
04/02/2005 12:59:09 PM PST
by
SilentServiceCPOWife
(Welcome to the Hotel Free Republic-You can check out any time you like but you can never leave)
To: Hand em their arse
I am quite suprised CBS is not showing this at all???I'm not surprised the Communist Broadcasting System isn't giving this news any air. I don't think they have gotten over the fall of the Soviet Empire yet.
424
posted on
04/02/2005 12:59:14 PM PST
by
Fiat volvntas tva
(I believe in order that I may understand. (St. Augustine))
To: xp38
A portrait of Pope John Paul II by artist Natalia Tsarkova.
425
posted on
04/02/2005 12:59:15 PM PST
by
xp38
To: ruoflaw
426
posted on
04/02/2005 12:59:21 PM PST
by
Petronski
(I thank God Almighty for a most remarkable blessing: John Paul the Great.)
To: CitizenM
I don't feel so sad and teary now, I just feel such joy! As they were announcing his death, the sun finally broke through the clouds after a day of heavy rain and chill, and the words of the Divine Mercy just came to my lips.
Praise to the Sacred Heart where Karol, John Paul II now resides in eternal joy!
427
posted on
04/02/2005 12:59:59 PM PST
by
OpusatFR
(Just because you put lipstick on a pig doesn't mean it smells any better.)
To: amdgmary
I have been struck by the timing of the Pope's Death, and Terri's.
I think God is using the Pope's death to show the difference between His way, and man's way.
One brings joy, the other strife. One is blessed, the other brings despair.
It's almost the ultimate rebuke to Felos and the death merchants.
428
posted on
04/02/2005 1:00:02 PM PST
by
I still care
(America is not the problem - it is the solution..)
To: CitizenM; Convert from ECUSA; Laffalot; SJackson; Alouette; SirLurkedalot; yonif; anotherview; ...
May his soul rest in peace.
He was a good man, what a loss.
I am Jewish and I am telling you from here that John Paul, II was a friend of the Jewish people.
I also remember his historical visit to Israel in 2000 and to Yad Va Shem- the Holocaust museum in Jerusalem.
He also helped a lot to end the communism in eastern Europe that led to the end of the communism in the USSR itself. He received a huge respect from me because of that.
Yehi Zichro Baruch!
429
posted on
04/02/2005 1:00:27 PM PST
by
IAF ThunderPilot
(The basic point of the Israel Defense Forces: -Israel cannot afford to lose a single war.)
To: Focault's Pendulum
From his Life:
430
posted on
04/02/2005 1:00:34 PM PST
by
Ernest_at_the_Beach
(This tagline no longer operative....floated away in the flood of 2005 ,)
To: mewzilla
Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song. What a wonderful joyous quote.
431
posted on
04/02/2005 1:00:39 PM PST
by
katnip
(I'll hear the appeal at 3pm, but in the meantime, go ahead with the execution - judge whittemore)
To: CitizenM
Rest in peace, JPII. Let us learn from your life - both as a man, and as a leader.
432
posted on
04/02/2005 1:00:51 PM PST
by
Yossarian
(Remember: NOT ALL HEART ATTACKS HAVE TRADITIONAL SYMPTOMS)
To: NautiNurse
Okay, thanks, I didn't hear her, glad she was up to speed on that!
To: Petronski
May God bless the soul of Pope John Paul II. Jesus, our Christ, embrace your servant, and we thank you for the gift that was John Paul II, our beloved pope.
To: Petronski
While I know I cannot feel the depth of grief and sorrow that Catholics are feeling; I've got about all I can handle here.
May his memory be eternal.
435
posted on
04/02/2005 1:01:52 PM PST
by
don-o
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To: xp38
436
posted on
04/02/2005 1:02:00 PM PST
by
xp38
To: CitizenM
To: Petronski
To: texasbluebell
Forgiving the man who tried to kill him.
To: Yossarian
I have to add I love the fact that John Paul II love skiing as I do.
440
posted on
04/02/2005 1:02:51 PM PST
by
Yossarian
(Remember: NOT ALL HEART ATTACKS HAVE TRADITIONAL SYMPTOMS)
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