May 12, 2010 / 05:07 am
In an exclusive interview with CNA, Cardinal Keith O'Brien discussed hopes and plans for the Pope's upcoming trip to the United Kingdom, highlighting a recent visit he had with Susan Boyle and saying “it is hoped” that she will perform for the Holy Father during his stay.
The Scottish prelate also spoke about the Church's preparations for the papal visit, specifically plans involving the country's youth.
Addressing reports that Susan Boyle will sing for the Pope in Scotland, Cardinal O'Brien recalled a recent visit he had with the pop culture sensation. “Susan was with me in my home on Monday when, on behalf of a Padre Pio Prayer Group in Las Vegas, USA, she was presented with a very beautiful rosary with fifty beads, each from a different person and giving a different story.”
“It is hoped that Susan will, indeed, be singing at Bellahouston Park when the Pope is there – incidentally, she sang 'Ave Maria' after we prayed the Rosary here in the Chapel in my own home,” he added.