"May the blessings of the Almighty be upon the people of the area! And may the peace of heaven fill the hearts of all who join me on my pilgrim path!"
Pope John Paul II 20 March 2000 Mount Nebo
"Do not be afraid to preserve your Christian presence and heritage in the very place where the Savior was born."
Pope John Paul II 22 March 2000 Bethlehem
"In this City it should be eminently possible for Christians, Jews and Muslims to live together in brotherhood and freedom, in dignity, justice and peace."
Pope John Paul II 23 March 2000 Jerusalem
"The eyes of the whole Church turn to Nazareth. I have longed to come back to the town of Jesus. We are gathered to celebrate the great mystery accomplished here two thousand years ago."
