Joint Statement of the United States and Holy See
His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI and President George W. Bush met in the Oval Office of the White House.

Americans Eager to Wish Pope Happy Birthday
Benedict XVI emerged from the apostolic nuncio’s residence in the U.S. capital to be greeted by children’s voices wishing him a happy birthday in his native German language.

Pope Benedict Arrives to Proclaim ‘Christ Our Hope’
With a military color guard poised at attention and a host of Church and government leaders standing by, Pope Benedict XVI opened his arms in greeting as he emerged from “Shepherd One” and descended the steps to touch U.S. soil for the first time as Holy Father.

Benedict XVI Gets Unprecedented Welcome
Benedict XVI was welcomed to the United States today in an unprecedented reception by President George Bush.  Bush, accompanied by his wife and daughter Jenna, went to Andrews Air Force Base to receive the Pope -- an honor the president has never given to a visiting head of state.

Mum’s the Word About Menu for Pope’s 81st Birthday Celebration
The tightest of security surrounded the meals being prepared for Pope Benedict XVI during his April 15-20 U.S. visit. Even the menus were being kept secret.

Bush to Say Nation Open to Pope’s Message
A White House spokeswoman said President George Bush plans to tell Benedict XVI that millions of Americans have been praying for his visit and that their hearts are open to his message.

Pope to Receive Lavish U.S. Welcome
When Pope Benedict arrives in Washington, D.C., he will be welcomed with rare honors not even foreign dignitaries have recevied. President Bush will meet the Pope at the airport, something no president has ever done for a visiting leader.

Pope Introduces Himself to U.S. This Week
Those who have met Pope Benedict XVI say the nation should expect a man who knows and admires much about the U.S., but also sees a culture in need of moral guidance.

President Bush Pulling Out All Stops to Welcome the Pope
Pope Benedict’s visit to the White House on Wednesday will be only the second time a Pope has visited the home of the President of the United States, the Associated Press reports.

Holy Father to Bring Message of Hope to Church in U.S.
The vice president of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America, Archbishop Octavo Ruiz Arenas, said that during his upcoming trip to the Unites States, Pope Benedict XVI will bring a message of hope to the faithful to encourage them to proclaim the Gospel of Christ with love and enthusiasm.

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