Pope Again Cedes His Place at the Altar
From Times Wire Reports
A frail Pope John Paul II struggled through Holy Thursday ceremonies in St. Peter’s Basilica, twice ceding his place at the altar.
It was the second time in less than a week that John Paul has let someone take his place in a major ceremony.
John Paul, seated, read his homily at each service.
He is scheduled to perform a Good Friday service at the Colosseum, a vigil service Saturday night and an Easter Mass in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday.
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