Pope to visit Pompeii

He will spend less than three hours in Pompeii, but Pope John Paul’s visit to a century-old shrine tomorrow is a sign for the Vatican that the frail pontiff’s papacy is still vibrant.

Pope to visit Pompeii

He will spend less than three hours in Pompeii, but Pope John Paul’s visit to a century-old shrine tomorrow is a sign for the Vatican that the frail pontiff’s papacy is still vibrant.

As concern grows for the 83-year-old pope’s health, John Paul has refused to cut back on his event-packed schedule this month when he is marking the 25th anniversary of his papacy on October 16.

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