Pope Benedict in Spain 2010

A Call to Freedom

07/11/10

The UK media has repeatedly stated that Pope Benedict’s visit to Spain has touched on familiar themes. Yet, as usual, it has been left to the Catholic press to identify the central point of his message: freedom. Whilst the secular reports quote the Pope as calling Europe to return to its Christian roots, they frequently omit the reason for such a challenge: freedom.

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Special Performance of The Dream of Gerontius

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Stamp of Approval for Cardinal Newman

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Papal Pilgrimage to Portugal

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Archbishop: The pope has a "clear inspired understanding of humanity"

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Archbishop Longley extends welcome to Pope Benedict XVI

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