The Charisma of Pope Benedict <br/><br/>

Pope Benedict XVI returned to his homeland for the first time after being elected as Pope.  In an interview, he said, “If Cologne weren’t chosen by Pope John Paul II as the host city of the 20th World Youth Day 3 years ago, I might not be able to make Germany my first stop of my papal visit!”  This reflects not only his humbleness, but also his close relationship with the late Pope.<br/><br/>

He did not kiss the ground after getting off the plane.  However, youths still welcome him with big applause.  A youth commented, “Each Pope has his own uniqueness.  There is no need to imitate.  We love Pope Benedict the same way we loved Pope John Paul II.”<br/><br/>

During the World Youth Day Mass, the Pope encouraged the 800,000 youths present to live His Hour every time they attend the Mass – giving unconditionally, and to walk towards unity.  He said, “Let the words in the bible be like the Star that the Wise Men saw – to light our path, so that we can walk towards the Eucharist”.<br/><br/>

Although the 20th World Youth Day has come to an end, the mission of evangelizing has just started.  Let us all work hard to straighten the way of God.<br/><br/>

The author of Medjugorje Message Wayne Weible will be sharing his personal encounters after Sacred Heart of Jesus Mass on September 9 (Friday).  He was originally a Lutheran but has been attached to Medjugorje ever since 1985.  All are welcome to attend the mass and listen to this messenger chosen by Our Mother.