Our Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI kindly expresses his gratitude to all of the many people who offered him the very abundant spiritual bouquet presented to him by the Institute in March. The following letter has been received from the Vatican Secretariat of State:

I gladly confirm the reception of your letter with which you have presented a rich spiritual bouquet with promises of prayers for Our Holy Father from the faithful who are associated with the Institute of Christ the King in many places across the United States.

His Holiness has asked me to convey his gratitude to all of you for this beautiful sign of fidelity to the successor of St. Peter and of his service as universal Shepherd.

Pope Benedict XVI includes your intentions in his prayers as well and grants you wholeheartedly the desired Apostolic blessing.

With best Easter wishes and kind regards,

Monsignor Gabriel Caccia
Assessor