The Colosseum has been the venue for some of the "greatest" entertainment in Roman history. People flocked to this place to watch gladiators fight against beasts and other men. It was a bloody scene, but the people couldn't get enough. They were held captive by the stories unfolding on the arena floor.
Last night, this place was once again the spot where thousands of people flocked to take part in one of the greatest stories ever told. Last night, at the Colosseum, the Pope celebrated The Way of the Cross with the massive amounts of people gathered there.
The Way of the Cross is the story of the crucifixion of Christ. Once again, what was going on at the Colosseum held thousands of people captive. Arguably, one of the greatest stories ever told was read for the people. People were pushing to get a better view, to hear more clearly. The concentration on people's faces was incredible as everyone strained to understand the Italian. Each station was introduced in seven different languages, it was truly a global experience.
While we stood there for a little over an hour, smashed up against other people, I didn't hear another conversation. It was absolutely amazing to hear how quite a crowd that large can be. There was no talking, no cell phones, no sirens, only the collective breathing of everyone there.
To really be able to see what such a global church looks like, to be united with thousands of other people who believe what I do, was truly an eye-opening experience.
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