Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Joseph Ratzinger visited Cambridge 22 Years Ago . . .

A Frosty Reception, Then Standing Ovation
 
On the eve of the Pope's visit to England and Scotland, it is worth recalling that Joseph Ratzinger visited Cambridge 22 years ago to deliver a major address. As he began, the crowd was cold. His reputation had preceded him. As he spoke, the crowd listened. When he fell silent, the crowd burst into a long applause...

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