Pope John Paul II in grave condition (1 Viewer)

Bjerknes

Bjerknes

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By VICTOR L. SIMPSON, Associated Press Writer

VATICAN CITY - Pope John Paul II was clinging to life Friday as his condition deteriorated further. The Vatican said his breathing was shallow and his kidneys were failing after he suffered massive heart problems.

Catholics Urged to Pray for The Pope


"The general conditions and cardio-respiratory conditions of the Holy Father have further worsened," the Vatican said in a statement. "The clinical picture indicates cardio-circulatory and renal insufficiency."


John Paul was taking part in the prayers of those assisting him, spokesman Joaquin Navarro-Valls said.


Earlier, he said the 84-year-old pontiff suffered massive heart problems and was in "very grave" condition, but he was lucid and spent the morning celebrating Mass and receiving top aides, asking one to read him the biblical account of Christ's Crucifixion and burial.

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Daddi

Daddi

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Oct 27, 2004
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Rest in peace pope, thanks for all the good things you have done, even though I don't believe in you like Catholics ;)
 
Hydde

Hydde

Minimiliano Tristelli
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Mar 6, 2003
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I agree.

He is suffering to much,, and not only for his ailements--- but because he cant serve as he always have done and it makes him feel even worse.


I think he have done more than enough in his duty. Its time for him to rest and be in peace.
 
Chxta

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Nov 1, 2004
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Top candidates to replace Pope John Paul

By THOMAS HARGROVE
Scripps Howard News Service
April 01, 2005

- Odds-making for papal candidates is a centuries-old sport within the Vatican, and things haven't changed much in this new millennium. Church observers have assembled dozens of lists in recent months of men they believe are in the running to become the next pontiff.

These are the men who are most often cited as contenders:

- Dionigi Tettamanzi of Genoa, Italy, for more than a decade has been the most mentioned candidate although he may now be too old at age 71. But church leaders won't want a young pope who will hold power for decades, according to Father Andrew Greeley, sociologist and a best-selling author on church issues. Tettamanzi's theology is moderate, making him attractive to all sides. The biggest strike against him may be that he's an Italian. The cardinals may want to demonstrate an end to Italian and even European domination.

- Francis Arinze, 72, of Nigeria, has received accolades by the religious press throughout the world as the embodiment of the Catholic Church's spectacular growth in Africa. John Paul II also has heaped praise on him. The question is whether the cardinals would elect a pope who is aging, non-European and black.

- Jorge Bergoglio, 68, of Argentina, is a Jesuit who trained as a chemist before deciding to become a priest. He has studied extensively in Germany and drew praise among his peers in 2001 when he led the Synod of Bishops.

- Oscar Andres Rodriguez Maradiaga, 62, of Honduras, enjoys John Paul II's gift for language, speaking flawless Spanish, English, Italian, and acceptable French, German, Greek and Portuguese. Rodriguez's passion for social justice, especially for his vehement opposition to the Third World's debt and calls for the church to lead worldwide antipoverty efforts, have won him wide-ranging respect.

Also mentioned in recent speculation is Claudio Hummes of Sao Paulo, Brazil, and traditionalist hardliner Joseph Ratzinger of Germany, often criticized by American theologians as the architect of many of John Paul II's traditionalist policies.

ABC
 
Chxta

Chxta

Onye kwe, Chi ya ekwe
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Nov 1, 2004
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His health is deteriorating...

BBC NEWS 2100 Nigerian time.

Now clear that the Vatican is preparing the world's Roman Catholics for the worst.
He has approved the appointment of new bishops, and passages of the Bible are being read to him.
Italian officials have joined Vatican officials in prayer at his bedside.
 
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Bjerknes

Bjerknes

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    ++ [ originally posted by Paolo_Montero ] ++
    He's just another bloke.. I mean do we open threads for every old man thats about to die?
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    Thanks for your opinion.
     
    Chxta

    Chxta

    Onye kwe, Chi ya ekwe
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    The latest medical report says that his condition has worsened further, his breathing has beome shallow.

    BBC News Bulletin 2118, Nigerian time.
     
    Chxta

    Chxta

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    Nov 1, 2004
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    Pope John Paul II's failing health has prompted many to call for Serie A football to be postponed this weekend, though it seems as if the games will go ahead.

    The 84-year-old Pontiff is suffering from heart and respiratory problems. Lazio-Livorno is set to be played in Rome on Saturday afternoon and reports suggested it could be rescheduled.

    “We knew this course of action was on the cards after his condition worsened, and I’d consider it an important gesture,” said Livorno President Aldo Spinelli. “I spoke to League chief Adriano Galliani this afternoon and he assured me the game would go ahead.”

    Bologna tactician Carlo Mazzone also supported a suspension of sporting events in Italy. “We should stop now. It’s the least we can do for a person who has given so much to mankind.”

    Milan Coach Carlo Ancelotti added, “I think it right to pause for reflection in this situation. I met The Pope in the 1980’s and he has always been close to the people. You got this wonderful sense of serenity from him and I expect that’s how he’s experiencing these hours.”

    Brescia patron Luigi Corioni aimed a sideswipe at the cynical side of the sport. “It would be a wonderful gesture to halt the games, but I don’t know if football is capable of such a thing. It would be the chance to pay tribute to an extraordinary man who changed the world.”

    The calendar is already packed due to the new 20-team Serie A format and Palermo President Maurizio Zamparini insisted the show must go on.

    “With all due respect for Pope John Paul II, I don’t think football should stop. Perhaps we should look at the Lazio-Livorno situation because it is in Rome, but halting everything is another matter entirely.”

    The CONI announced that "a moment of prayer and reflection" would take place before each sporting event this weekend.
     
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