President Greets Holy Father

Jesus' new Covenant with man was truly a remarkable thing. He cam to save, not to judge. He came to show us the way and open our eyes. He came as a man so that we might believe. He was here for us, for our sake and our salvation.

This the second day of Pope Benedict XVI trip to the United States, starts with the Pope saying Mass in the chapel of the nuncios and then visiting the American President. It is the Holy Father's birthday and truly a special day for Americans. This trip to the White House marks the first by a pontiff in 29 years.

I believe President Bush has truly shown diligent respect to the Holy Father, and though this Catholic doesn't always respect the President's decisions, I believe the show of respect yesterday was truly inspiring. President Bush had never met a foreigner at Andrews Air Force Base before. The President went with his wife, Laura and their daughter, Jenna to meet the Holy Father. Even though this is more a publicity stunt, it is truly significant. The Pope, whether or not you are Catholic, is a magnificent man, whom preaches Love and patience. The Holy Father is truly a man of God and our Shepherd.

I was thankful for the pontiff's words on the plane coming to America on the Sexual Abuse Crisis facing our shores and am deeply moved by his statement.

Again to stay up to date on these events and all the Popes trip to America watch CBS and go to CBSNews.com.