Gnost Dural Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 (edited) In his first adress as the formal, and official Pope of the Holy Roman Catholic Church, Pope Benedict XVII addressed a large crowd outside St. Peter's Square this morning. He also announced that following his address, an important announcement would be made in regards to the immediate plans of his Papacy. Pope Benedict XVII to the Faithful of the World Pope. What does that word mean? Historically, the word 'Pope' comes from the Latin word 'Papa', meaning Father. In the early days of the Church, the word 'Pope' was given to Bishops, not reserved for the Bishop of Rome. Bishop is the first and most true description of the Pope. What, then, is a Bishop? Following in Apostolic Succession, a modern Bishop fills the same role that the Apostles filled with Christ. The Apostles, and eventually, the Bishops were the elders of the Church. They ordained priests and oversaw large areas of Christendom, now called Dioceses and Archdiocese. The role of Bishop is one of pure and complete servitude. When Christ made the Petrine Promise, "You are Peter, upon whom I build my Church", he created the office of the Bishop of Rome. St. Peter, the Chief Apostle, was made the first Bishop of Rome and, in doing so, the first Supreme Pontiff. The office of the Bishop of Rome is multi-cast. The Pope is the Administrator of the Diocese of Rome. He is the Primate of Italy. He is the Servant of the Servants of God. He is the spiritual leader of all Catholics. He is one of the few morals compasses for the world. He is a peacemaker. He is a lover. He is a scholar. He is a priest. The list goes on and on. After tenacious voting session within the Conclave, the Sacred College of Cardinals elected an Italian-born Cardinal, the Archbishop of Rome, to sit upon the Throne of Saint Peter as the Supreme Pontiff of the Holy Roman Catholic Church. I, that Cardinal, have undertaken this job with the utmost respect, honor, and joy. I extend blessings and peace to my Brother Bishops, as well as to all Catholics around the globe who, by the Holy Ghost, elected me the Supreme Pontiff of the Holy Roman Catholic Church. I will not take this election lightly. There is much to do in this world, and very little time to do so. That said, should the world take a plunge or is consumed by fire and war, the Church will stay on. Christ said in the Petrine Promise that not even the Gates of Hell can stand against the Church. We are Eternal. That in mind, we will remain to the end of time, spreading the Gospel of Christ. I invite all of you to embrace the Church and immerse yourself in her love. Allow the Church to wrap her arms around you. I invite you all to involve yourself, whether in the Eucharist or in the Clergy. I leave you with a silly, but very true, quote "There is always a home in Rome." In the Name of the Father+ and the Son+ and the Holy Ghost+. Amen. Given at St. Peter's in Rome on the 7th of November in the Year of Our Lord two thousand and nine in the first year of my Pontificate. Flipping a sheet over to look at the notes that His Holiness had jotted down, he continued to speak. This was, apparently, the announcement in regards to Papal plans for the Church. " I have endeavored to create a new Papal World Tour, or a series of Apostolic visits to both faithful and secular alike. I intend to make the hallmark of my Papacy a papacy of Peace, harmony and mutual cooperation. I have slated the following nations and their respective dates as my next series of Apostolic visits. " He rattled off a list of nations that he would be visiting within the next month. Carthage - Nov. 9th-12th Hanseatic Commonwealth - Nov. 12th-14th Austria - Nov. 14th-16th Zargathia - Nov. 16th-18th Italica - Nov. 18th-20th Repubblica Italiana - Nov. 20th-22nd " The aim of these Apostolic visits are to promote unity, cooperation and peace between Catholics and the rest of the world. There is much work to reverse the actions of the Catholic Church of the past, and I sincerely pray to our Lord, Jesus Christ, that we can work out our differences, with God as out beacon. May the peace of our Lord, Jesus Christ, be with you. " The Vatican later that day issued a letter of notice to the nations which would be visited by His Holiness this month. The Vatican requests that you give your consent to receive a Papal visit, and to please provide as much security to the arrangements as possible. In short, RSVP soon. Edited November 8, 2009 by Gnost Dural Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingChris Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 OOC: This looks familiar! Anyway, I think it owuld benefit you if you took a look at this thread: http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?s...for+World+Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnost Dural Posted November 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 OOC: I have already read that thread, and most of the damning evidence of the former Church, came from that thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agostinho Neto Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 OOC: I have already read that thread, and most of the damning evidence of the former Church, came from that thread OOC: Also check out this http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?s...&hl=habemus and this http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?s...&hl=vatican Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Keshav IV Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 "This Tour shall not be allowed to pass Chinese Air Space or Waterways. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnost Dural Posted November 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 "This Tour shall not be allowed to pass Chinese Air Space or Waterways. " The Vatican will respect the wishes of the Chinese government. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynneth Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 (edited) "This Tour shall not be allowed to pass Chinese Air Space or Waterways. " "Austria requests that China allows the tour to pass through Chinese Airspace or Waterways. Otherwise, you may notice a sudden lack of beer." Edited November 8, 2009 by Lynneth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arathog Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 (edited) == FASCIST REGIME OF ITALICA == == Grand Council of Fascism - Department of Foreign Affairs == The Grand Council of Fascism expresses all the joy of the People of Italica because Pope Benedict XVII will visit our Nation. Considering the extraordinary coincidence of dates, the Grand Council extends an invitation to His Holiness to attend the great party celebrating the Duce's 38th birthday, on November 19, along with all the ambassadors of friendly and allies allies Nations. Edited November 10, 2009 by Arathog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtleknifewielder Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 "Promised Land cannot unfortunately let the pope visit our nation at this time. We cannot at this time guarantee his safety." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nagato the Great Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 Being a predominantly catholic nation, should the Pope require it, he may pass through Mandalorian airspace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sargun II Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 The Pope will, for safety reasons, be allowed only into a restricted section of Carthage if he wishes to enter the ruined city. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tahsir Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 The ONE Christian in Dranagg that does not follow Pope Bubba XIII wishes to visit the Vatican. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voodoo Nova Posted November 9, 2009 Report Share Posted November 9, 2009 I'm sorry to say the Pope shall not be able to land in Novak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comrade Posted November 9, 2009 Report Share Posted November 9, 2009 Molakian Airspace and Waters are off limits to this deranged man. Also, We will sell China beer should they need/want it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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