Pope Francis at his general audience this morning paid tribute to St John Paul II on his first feast day as a saint since he was canonised on 27 April.
Francis gave a special greeting to pilgrims from the canonised pope's native Poland who had travelled to St Peter’s Square: “Today we celebrate the liturgical memorial of St. John Paul II, who invited everyone to open their doors to Christ.
“In his first visit to your homeland he invoked the Holy Spirit to come down to renew the land of Poland; he remembered the mystery of Divine mercy. His spiritual heritage is not forgotten, but urges us to reflection and concrete act for the good of the Church, the family and society. Praised be Jesus Christ.”
Above: A tapestry of Blessed Paul VI hangs from the facade of St Peter's Basilica following Sunday's beatification as Pope Francis leads his general audience today. Photo: CNS
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