[a history buff]

If E. Michael Jones is to be believed, I think he is, Gobbi is mendacious, changing his prophecies between editions of his book. Ratzi's office has reigned him in. In other words, I think he's a crank and a fraud. Even if some priests don't.

[JMJ333]

Official Position on Medjugorje</a href>

Medugorje & the Church</a href>

Theresa, I realize neither of these are statements by JPII, but after searching google for an hour I couldn't find one. I will continue to do some research and if I find a link I'll send it to you. In regard to pilgrimiges the second link says this:

This is the summary of the letter:

1. The declarations of the Bishop of Mostar only reflect his personal opinion. Consequently, they are not an official and definitive judgement from the Church.

2. One is directed to the declaration of Zadar, which leaves the door open to future investigations. In the meanwhile private pilgrimages with pastoral accompaniment for the faithful are permitted.

3. A new commission could eventually be named.

4. In the meanwhile, all Catholics may go as pilgrims to Medjugorje.

History Buff--In regard to Father Gobbi, I will ask again if you have ever read his words for yourself, or do you rely on what someone else says about him?

[eastsider]

In other words, I think [Fr. Gobbi is] a crank and a fraud.

I think Fr. Gobbi died a year or two ago. He had predicted the end of the world (or something like it) for the year he died. He was right, at least from his perspective. : )