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Lord Chris Patten, named by the British Prime Minister to be in charge of Benedict XVI's trip to the United Kingdom, said that the visit will be "an incredible success."
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Patten explained that to a degree, it is almost easier to organize a visit of, for example, U.S. President Barack Obama, than a papal trip, because with state visits of presidents there aren't the large events of 100,000 people or more at an open-air venue.
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Patten pointed out that there seems to be a certain religious intolerance that "is particularly directed at the Catholic Church because of the Catholic Church's prominence, and longevity and self-confidence in asserting some basic truths."
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Patten affirmed that most people probably are unaware that "25% of school education in Sub-Saharan Africa is provided by the Church, or that 25% of health care in Sub-Saharan Africa is provided by the Church and Church groups. I think the role of Church groups in caring for those who are suffering with HIV/AIDS isn't as well known as one would like it to be.

http://www.zenit.org/article-30019?l=english
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When we hear people talk of riches, honors and amusements of the world, let us remember that all things have an end, and let us then say: "My God, I wish for You alone and nothing more."
St. Alphonsus Liguori