The day of the Papal Conclave has dawned! I am usually up early in the morning, so I was able to watch the opening Mass, celebrated in St. Peter's, with the cardinal's asking for help from the Holy Spirit. I have to admit, as I watched the liturgy being celebrated, I was paying close attention to the role of deacons in the liturgy. There is nothing as impressive as a liturgy in St. Peter's, it is the Catholic Church at it's grandest.
Now comes the waiting; and what is funny is that after such a gorgeous liturgy, the world will be focused on a simple stovepipe. The press will be going crazy, they need feed the beast that is 24/7 media, and only crumbs may be coming out, if any.
So settle in, folks, we may be in for a long day.
