Thousands gather at Yankee Stadium for Mass led by Pope Benedict XVI on Sunday. A group claps during the pre-show for the pope ‘s visit. (Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times)
“True freedom blossoms when we turn away from the burden of sin, which clouds our perceptions and weakens our resolve,” Pope Benedict XVI said in his homily. (Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times)
Pope Benedict XVI holds a Bible up to the crowd during Mass at Yankee Stadium. (Chris McGrath / Getty Images)
Pope Benedict XVI says Mass before thousands at Yankee Stadium. (Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times)
Pope Benedict XVI waves as he leaves Yankee Stadium after the Mass. (Timothy A. Clary / AFP / Getty Images)
Pope Benedict XVI leaves the stage following Mass. The pontiff offered his message of renewal to a crowd of nearly 57,000 in Yankee Stadium. (Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times)
Pope Benedict XVI leaves Yankee Stadium after Mass. (Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times)
