Pope flies home on nostalgic pilgrimage

The pope arrived in Poland today on the ninth visit to his homeland, returning to the places that nurtured his faith for a pilgrimage the faithful hope will invigorate the ailing pontiff.

More than 10,000 excited pilgrims waving Polish and Vatican flags welcomed John Paul home when he touched down at Krakow’s Balice airport and lined the route to the archbishop’s residence where he will stay.