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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: xp38
To: don-o
May his memory be eternal.He shall be known as John Paul the Great.
442
posted on
04/02/2005 1:03:13 PM PST
by
Petronski
(I thank God Almighty for a most remarkable blessing: John Paul the Great.)
To: I still care
"I think God is using the Pope's death to show the difference between His way, and man's way."You're right!
443
posted on
04/02/2005 1:03:36 PM PST
by
amdgmary
(Please visit www.terrisfight.org and www.theempirejournal.com)
To: texasbluebell
Oh my---Laura Bush looks like she is going to cry--as I did when President Bush described how JPII ascent to power swept democracy into Eastern Europe.
444
posted on
04/02/2005 1:03:43 PM PST
by
NautiNurse
("I'd rather see someone go to work for a Republican campaign than sit on their butt."--Howard Dean)
To: freedumb2003
Held the tears til I saw that pic!
Thanks for sharing it.
445
posted on
04/02/2005 1:03:49 PM PST
by
Kate of Spice Island
(When I was young we used to go "skinny dipping," now I just "chunkydunk.")
To: hattend
Here you go:
446
posted on
04/02/2005 1:04:19 PM PST
by
CitizenM
(An excuse is worse and more terrible than a lie, for an excuse is a lie guarded. Pope John Paul II)
To: Pyro7480; Siobhan
Right on the cusp between the two days. How fitting is that!? Actually, a priest reminded me, since the sun had set in Rome (it was 9:27pm), it was Divine Mercy Sunday when he died.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord,
And let perpetual light shine upon him.
May his soul, and all the souls of the faithful departed
Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
447
posted on
04/02/2005 1:04:26 PM PST
by
ELS
To: CitizenM
What a lovely tribute you created, CitizenM. Thank you. Pope John Paul is now walking beside the Lord he loves. Bless him for his faithful service to God and his teaching by example to man.
448
posted on
04/02/2005 1:04:26 PM PST
by
Libertina
(God's gift of life is precious at all ages, from birth to death.)
To: Petronski
He shall be known as John Paul the Great.A hero for the ages.
449
posted on
04/02/2005 1:04:32 PM PST
by
NautiNurse
("I'd rather see someone go to work for a Republican campaign than sit on their butt."--Howard Dean)
Comment #450 Removed by Moderator
To: injin
I agree with what you said.
I told my mother-in-law this morning that with the Pope in the world, it made me feel safe. I can't help but now feel a sense of dread.
Although I am so happy he is with Our dear Lord and not suffering anymore.
451
posted on
04/02/2005 1:04:35 PM PST
by
diamond6
(Everyone who is for abortion has already been born. Ronald Reagan)
To: CitizenM
Our family prays for the repose of this great Shepherd of Christ's message. May his message live long in our hearts and in the actions of our daily lives.
To: texasbluebell
President Bush just called Pope John Paul II as a "hero for the ages". Amen.
To: NautiNurse
Yes, Laura was having a bit of trouble holding it back. I thought she would burst into tears. She has better control than I do.
To: xp38
He did it his way.
455
posted on
04/02/2005 1:06:21 PM PST
by
Petronski
(I thank God Almighty for a most remarkable blessing: John Paul the Great.)
To: LIBERATENJ
456
posted on
04/02/2005 1:06:39 PM PST
by
Pyro7480
("All my own perception of beauty both in majesty and simplicity is founded upon Our Lady." - Tolkien)
To: EllaMinnow
I love that photo.
Thanks.
"The son of Poland, who became the bishop of Rome
and a leader for all ages." GW Bush.
I think I have it right.
457
posted on
04/02/2005 1:06:50 PM PST
by
onyx
(Robert Frost "Good fences make good neighbors." Build the fence, Mr. President and Congress.)
To: FormerACLUmember
The two brave men who destroyed the seemingly impregnable Communist Empire of Europe, liberating 300 million people!!! Yep. Guided by principles rooted deeply in the truth. We (mankind) are blessed when men of such character represent or lead us, and are duti-bound to reject those who, with so much ease, effortlessly portray a false image of the world around us.
To: All
Rome and Italy are still tonight. Everything commercial, events, etc. are closed in mourning and respect. Oh, I long to be there or in Poland.
459
posted on
04/02/2005 1:07:38 PM PST
by
CitizenM
(An excuse is worse and more terrible than a lie, for an excuse is a lie guarded. Pope John Paul II)
To: CitizenM
May he truly rest in peace. He defended life and helped bring down the Iron Curtain; and for his passionate defense of Terri Schindler-Schiavo, I will be grateful eternally. God bless him.
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