AM GOING TO BE IN ROME FOR SUNDAY IN FEB AND WAS WONDERING IF THE POPE STILL GIVES HIS BLESSING AND POSSIBLY SAYS MASS THAT IS ACCESSABLE TO THE PUBLIC. I WILL NOT BE THERE ON WED FOR A PAPAL AUDIENCE AND THOUGHT THIS WOULD BE EXCITING TO EXPERIENCE

I just returned from Rome, and did attend a Wednesday papal audience. However, on Sundays, the Pope does give a blessing over those assembled in Saint Peter's square. I think this may be at noon. He does not generally celebrate Mass. You're going to want to check with your host or hotel & they should be able to furnish a time for you. It's my understanding he does the blessing from a window in one of the papal apartments that overlooks Saint Peter's Square.<BR><BR>Buon Viaggio,<BR>BC

He only gives blessings to people who don't type in all caps.

Kevin, we'll pray for you. God loves both people who make mistakes & smart-alecks like yourself!

OK, A REAP, and all who wish to join. Bow your heads,<BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR> <BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><B R><BR>There you go. You're welcome.

*LOL*, Kevin! I think he makes an exception, however, for people who type in tall, somewhat-pointed, caps. :~)