Pope Benedict and Bridget of Sweden
BENEDICT XVI
GENERAL AUDIENCE
Saint Peter's Square
Wednesday, 27 October 2010
Saint Bridget of Sweden
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
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MESSAGE OF THE HOLY FATHER
TO THE CAMILLIAN FAMILY ON THE 450TH ANNIVERSARY
OF THEIR FOUNDER'S BIRTH
To Fr Angelo Brusco
Superior General of the Order of Clerics
Regular...
