Small-Town Delegates from Queensland Meet Pope Leo XIV in Private Audience
Private audience with pope given to small-town parish delegates
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A priest and two parishioners from Childers, Queensland, had a private audience with Pope Leo XIV, where they shared gifts and stories. The meeting highlighted the importance of small communities and their potential for extraordinary experiences.
- 01Father Jack Ho and two parishioners from Childers, Queensland, met Pope Leo XIV during a pilgrimage to Rome.
- 02The pope blessed a wooden cross and gifted the group a zucchetto, a white skull cap he had worn.
- 03The meeting was facilitated by Keith Pitt, Australia's ambassador to the Holy See.
- 04Father Ho emphasized that small communities can achieve great things despite limited resources.
- 05The encounter served as an inspiration for the parish, celebrating its centenary this year.
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Father Jack Ho, along with parishioners Joe and Jillian Russo from Childers, Queensland, had a remarkable private audience with Pope Leo XIV last month during their pilgrimage to Rome. The meeting was arranged through Keith Pitt, Australia's ambassador to the Holy See. The group was presented with a zucchetto, a white skull cap previously worn by the pope, and had a wooden cross blessed. Father Ho shared the story of their parish and St Joseph's School, which recently celebrated its centenary. The pope's attentiveness and warmth during their brief conversation left a lasting impression on the group. Father Ho expressed that this experience is a testament to the potential of small communities, stating, 'Small doesn't mean mediocre. We can be small but mighty.' This encounter serves as an inspiration for the parish and highlights the importance of perseverance in seeking opportunities.
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The meeting with the pope has inspired the small community of Childers, reinforcing the idea that they can achieve significant experiences despite their size.
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