Visit to the Holy See - Day 2
Following the Inaugural Mass, Their Excellencies were honoured with a few moments with Pope Francis.
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“Sharon and I are honoured to represent Canada at the Mass in honour of the election of Pope Francis,” said His Excellency. “We wish His Holiness all the best as the new spiritual leader of the Catholic Church.”
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On March 19, 2013, Their Excellencies represented Canada at the Mass celebrating the inauguration of the ministry of the newly elected Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church, His Holiness Pope Francis.
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The mass was a great time of worship and prayer for all those gathered.
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Thousands of Catholics gathered on St. Peter's Square.
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In the evening, the Governor General met with His Excellency Borut Pahor, President of the Republic of Slovenia, during a bilateral meeting.
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