DevonDeathTrip 2,366 Posted November 27, 2006 Pope Benedict's highly charged visit to Turkey tomorrow could produce some fun and games. An assassination attempt isn't beyond the realms of possibility and the Turks have got form for Pope shooting. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lady Die 63 Posted November 28, 2006 Pope Benedict's highly charged visit to Turkey tomorrow could produce some fun and games. An assassination attempt isn't beyond the realms of possibility and the Turks have got form for Pope shooting. Fingers crossed .... or is that just a tad superstitious? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lady Die 63 Posted November 30, 2006 Just found this on Wiki: In the early 1990s, Ratzinger suffered a stroke, which slightly impaired his eyesight temporarily. This was known to the Conclave that elected him Pope. In May 2005, the Vatican revealed that he had subsequently suffered another mild stroke; it did not reveal when, other than that it had occurred between 2003 and 2005. France's Philippe Cardinal Barbarin further revealed that since the first stroke, Ratzinger had been suffering from a heart condition as a result of his age, and is currently on medication. Because of these age-related health problems, and in order to have free time to write, he had hoped to retire, and submitted his resignation twice, but had continued at his post in obedience to the wishes of Pope John Paul II. It is also notable that he appears to be in far better health than his predecessor was at the age of 79. Two strokes, heart problems, 79 years old, lots of upset Halibuts ..... I may include him in my 2007 DDP team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,690 Posted November 30, 2006 Raging Bin-Laden; 'I'll Kill Pope.', or summat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magere Hein 1,400 Posted November 30, 2006 Raging Bin-Laden; 'I'll Kill Pope.', or summat. I rather like the picture in that 'article': regards, Hein Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lady Die 63 Posted November 30, 2006 Revolting What's it got to do with the Pope? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anubis the Jackal 77 Posted December 1, 2006 "Not a lot" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lady Die 63 Posted December 1, 2006 "Not a lot" Did you do the "artwork" yourself? I am very impressed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 110 Posted December 3, 2006 Looks like he is perspiring. It's either the weather or it's possible but not probable, that a very attractive woman is leaning in front of him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,690 Posted December 3, 2006 It's ages since I read a book that good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magere Hein 1,400 Posted December 3, 2006 Song of Songs has always been my favourite bit. regards, Hein Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest timotimmy Posted April 8, 2007 Anyone see the Pope at the Easter services? He seems to be very drawn and pale...rumors are his blood pressure is very high and needs a bypass....could his heart be a ticking time bomb? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 110 Posted April 9, 2007 Pope Benedict is a man of true commitment to his heart. He walked away from the ruin of war, to sensitive and understanding of the laws then to go along with the cruel games of common life designed by the minds of educated men in suits who call themselves politicians. The world works in that fashion, evil sits in the shadows but I can accept him for who he is. I thought Pope John Paul had something about him, just something that I can't comprehend, he was one of the great people to live. Benedict XVI has a different role, I believe he takes the holy thrown for a few years to come. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,235 Posted April 9, 2007 I believe he takes the holy thrown for a few years to come. I had no idea that the throne was vacant - what happened to that other two blokes, God and Jesus? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 110 Posted April 9, 2007 I had no idea that the throne was vacant - what happened to that other two blokes, God and Jesus? Does Jesus have a nice house? Is God a successful business man? I wish somebody would have told me they live on earth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,235 Posted April 10, 2007 I had no idea that the throne was vacant - what happened to that other two blokes, God and Jesus? Does Jesus have a nice house? Is God a successful business man? I wish somebody would have told me they live on earth. Does the Pope have a nice house? No, it's not his. Does the Pope run a successful business? No, it's in decline (except for those poor African bastards they have tricked). Besides, the Catholic Church is nothing but a hate group managed by sexual deviants. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 110 Posted April 10, 2007 Does the Pope have a nice house? No, it's not his. Does the Pope run a successful business? No, it's in decline (except for those poor African bastards they have tricked). Your off topic. - And I assume you also believe Reagon was the devil, Bush destroyed the World Trade Center, and the earth is flat? Right Windsor? Preach it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,235 Posted April 10, 2007 Does the Pope have a nice house? No, it's not his. Does the Pope run a successful business? No, it's in decline (except for those poor African bastards they have tricked). Your off topic. - And I assume you also believe Reagon was the devil, Bush destroyed the World Trade Center, and the earth is flat? Right Windsor? Preach it. No - I just happen to think that the Catholic Chuch is the root of all evil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 110 Posted April 10, 2007 No - I just happen to think that the Catholic Chuch is the root of all evil. I think the Catholic Church is what it always has been, a place to worship god, as I'm not a Catholic I see it almost as a cult. Very strict rules made by old men who never could meet a wife. If you want to follow a religion, follow what speaks to you. You know what is right and what is wrong, Gods point of view on the vast majority just might be your own. I believe the Royal Faimly is evil. Prince Phillip is a Nazi, and they are a greedy ignorant cold hearted faimly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,235 Posted April 10, 2007 I believe the Royal Faimly is evil. Prince Phillip is a Nazi, and they are a greedy ignorant cold hearted faimly. The Royal Family stand accused of murdering a whore. The Catholic Church condemn thousands of African's to death due to their stance on contraception. The Royal Family are at the top of a system of hierachy. They keep their wealth. The Catholic Church pledges to do the work of God and plegde to help the poor. They keep their wealth in gold and paintings from the Vatican to the modestly humble Church. The Royal Family may be cold hearted and greedy, but at least they are no longer responsible for the deaths of thousands on a daily basis. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 110 Posted April 10, 2007 The Royal Family may be cold hearted and greedy, but at least they are no longer responsible for the deaths of thousands on a daily basis. Enough said. This is going to far. You have anger built up. Find a positive way to use it. I'm out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,690 Posted June 6, 2007 Scare today, although the guy looks like a harmless crank. Did remind me though that this pope is kinda keen on an open topped car.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lard Bazaar 3,803 Posted June 6, 2007 I am loving the fact that the word 'popemobile' is totally part of our everyday language. But I'm afraid nobody will look as cool in it as John Paul 2 did. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monoclinic 39 Posted June 6, 2007 I am loving the fact that the word 'popemobile' is totally part of our everyday language. But I'm afraid nobody will look as cool in it as John Paul 2 did. Even though "The Pope Wears Prada"? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
