Pope's Itinerary for U.S. Visit
Dear Blog Visitors: The following is the itinerary for Pope Benedict XVI's visit to the United States in April. I plan to produce a series of videos in advance of his visit, which can be viewed at www.youtube.com/priestray . It is my hope a press conference hosted by married priests and women priests will be scheduled during the pontiff's stay in New York. POPE'S ITINERARY Tuesday, April 15 Arrival at Andrews Air Force Base. Greeting by President Bush and Mrs. Bush. Also present will be local dignitaries of the church and the apostolic nuncio. Wednesday, April 16, 10:30 a.m. President Bush and the First Lady meet the Holy Father on the south lawn of the White House. This is only the second time in history that a pontiff has visited the White House. At the end of the welcoming ceremony, a private meeting is scheduled for the Holy Father and the President, while dignitaries of the two states also meet. Wednesday, April 16, 5:30 p.m. Private prayer service and meeting with th...