We knew that some English government officials were a wee bit peeved about the Pope coming to England. They’ve shown that with their emails suggesting that the Pope visit an abortion clinic or suggesting a new brand of Pope Benedict condom. We know that many Muslims aren’t happy about the visit because a Muslim publication has called for Muslims to “tell the Pope in no uncertain terms what Muslims think of his evil slanders against the last Prophet of God and his message.” What we didn’t know was that some Catholic officials in England aren’t so crazy about the Pope’s visit either. In fact, some Catholic officials are hoping that the Pope doesn’t act too Catholic-y when he visits England.
August 24, 2010 at 7:54 am
Great post! And if the Papal visit to the USA was any pre-cursor…God Bless the UK! Most Brits are ashamed to talk about their immorality anyway, they just don't want anyone else to do it for them:)
August 24, 2010 at 4:09 pm
American media seemed all prepared to jump on Papa Ben as we prepared for his visit. Much to their chagrin, they were charmed by him and perhaps my memory is muddled by time and affection but I don't recall any post-visit negative press. The English are not ammuned (i cannot spell, read it fonetically) to charm and grace and the Vicar of Christ is infused with both.
August 24, 2010 at 9:17 pm
Odd that this doesn't mentione any of the "Catholic officials in England" by name. More nebulous, unsubatantiated commentary (not directed towards this blog, but at the original article).
I've never seen any footage from when the pope and Queen actually met, but always see footage of AFTER they meet (i.e. walking around together). I'm wondering if the Queen actually bows/curtsies to the Pope. That would leave a smile on my face.
Incidently, if anyone wants a laugh or smirk, they should watch the video of Pope Benedict's XV1 with Charles and Camila. AWkward.