Catholic Fire

February 27, 2013. (Romereports.com) Benedict XVI led his last general audience, which is also his last public event as Pope. With more than 200,000 people in St. Peter's Square, he thanked everyone for their support during these last eight years and especially since he announced his resignation.   BENEDICT XVI “I am also deeply grateful for the understanding, support and prayers of so many of you, not only here in Rome, but also throughout the world.” He made his way through St. Peter's Square in the popemobile, greeting pilgrims and even hugging a few newborns along the way. His speech was interrupted with applause a total of 17 times. The Pope then said that ever since he was elected Pope, back in 2005, he has asked one question to God. BENEDICT XVI “Lord, what do you ask of me? This mission is a great responsibility to have on my shoulders, but if You call me to it, with Your words I will launch the fishing nets, knowing that You will guide me.” Benedict XVI sa...

February 27, 2013. (Romereports.com)  They came to say farewell. Early in the morning, thousands of pilgrims made their way to St. Peter's Square to witness history during Benedict XVI's last General Audience. “The truth is, this is a historic moment and its a beautiful opportunity to experience this with so many people. This is definitely a precious moment.” “I am very greatful for the opportunity to be here, really and as he was talking and we were all waiting I was just praying for him and for the next Pope.” Benedict XVI thanked the Church and its people for their support since announcing his resignation.  People from every corner of the world came to say farewell and to say thank you.  “I'd like to thank him for all his work and honesty. For his courage. He has showed us many a things.”  “It was very emotional knowing that this is the last time that we will ever see him in public and I was very moved to be here, I know that its a very special time ...

For the very last time Benedict XVI rode the Popemobile to greet the pilgrims gathered for the general audience at St. Peter's Square.