Madrid, Spain, Aug 20, 2011 / 15:51 pm
In some of the most extraordinary scenes witnessed at any recent Papal event, Pope Benedict XVI braved thunder, lighting and driving rain to tell young people to stay close to Christ as they make their way in life.
“Be proud of the gift of faith which you have received, as it will illumine your life at every moment,” said the Pope to over a million young people gathered for a prayer vigil at Cuatro Vientos air base on the outskirts of Madrid.
“Christ alone can respond to your aspirations. Let yourselves be seized by God, so that your presence in the Church will give her new life!”
Pope Benedict’s address had barely started, however, when a ferocious lightning storm enveloped the entire event, threatening its very continuation.