Spanish Infanta VisitsGANDOLFO, Italy, SEPT. 19, 2008 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI received in audience today Spanish Infanta Cristina de Borbón, second daughter of King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofía, accompanied by her husband, Duke Iñaki Urdangarín.
The news of the Pope's meeting with the couple was announced by the Vatican press office, which gave no further details.
The meeting took place in the papal summer residence of Castel Gandolfo, some 30 kilometers (18 miles) south of Rome.
The Spanish embassy to the Holy See confirmed that the audience was of a "private nature," and that the Dukes of Palma were accompanied by Ambassador Francisco Vázquez.
(Catholics believe in the power of good example and witness on behalf of the Gospel among those who are leaders in society and the world. Please pray that all who have the ability to lead others to God through the gift of privilege and position will do so with courage and commitment to a sincere perseverance in the way of Faith. +mcitl)
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