Washington D.C., Dec 5, 2007 / 09:38 am
The Catholic University of America has announced that Pope Benedict XVI will visit the campus during his April trip to Washington, D.C. and has dedicated a website to the visit.
University President Monsignor David M. O’Connor, C.M., confirmed the announcement in a letter. “We look forward to Pope Benedict XVI’s April visit to The Catholic University of America with tremendous anticipation and enthusiasm,” he said. He described the visit as “an honor beyond measure.”
Catholic University is the only papally chartered university in the United States.
University officials expressed hope that current students, faculty, and staff could see the Holy Father as he arrives on and departs from campus. However, due to security concerns the university will be closed on the day of the visit, April 17.