During the homily during this morning's Mass, the priest noted the pope's constant call for solidarity through prayer. In this time, the world is united in prayer for JPII. May it be done as the Father wills; let it be known that the world stands by the pope in prayer.
After Mass, one of the parishioners (whom I didn't recognize as a daily communicant) came into the sacristy to thank father for the wonderful homily (he is on a roll, yesterday's homily was great as well). As the man turned to leave, he called to his son (around 4 years old), "Come, John Paul." :-) Father mentioned the many baptisms he has done for boys carrying that name.
May his journey be a peaceful one, and when he meets his Risen Lord may he receive praise for a job well done.
Posted by Bob at April 2, 2005 10:56 AM