The theme of the visit was "Who believes is never alone."
(Wer glaubt ist nie allein.)
A song was composed - very beautiful and classic in style.
Very moving. I had sung it at German Mass in the pariosh a few times and it was less than lovely. But given the full orchestra and traditional formal chorus, it was stunning - and a moment of solidarity for all of us in Bavaria who had been awaiting the visit of Papa Benedikt with joy and love.
We were alone, then we came together under Papa, and then we left realizing (having been reminded, really) that we are NOT alone.
He also challenged us not to be part of the moral filth and infifference - to stand out and stand up when neccessary, lest we be part of the problem.
And he invoked a special blessing for all in the crowd named (like my daughter) who share the name of Mary - on the feast of her name.
When we went to Rome, we heard Papa speak give his Weds catechesis on St. Peter, and when we went to his Mass in Regensburg we celebrated a feast of Our Lady.
So many blessings - that I could appreciate them all more fully!
What a special blessing for your daughter. She will remember this day throughout the rest of her life.