Ecumenical Council Reopens
Ecumenical Council Reopens
Carrying on the work of his predecessor, Pope John XXIII, Pope Paul VI reconvenes the Ecumenical Council with new appeals for unity among Christian faiths. Nearly 3,000 cardinals, bishops and other church dignitaries are joined by 52 observer-delegates representing Non-Catholic faiths at the opening session. Along with a search for unity the pope hopes to bring about reforms within the church itself. Vatican II, Vatican 2 Vatican, Rome, Italy Outside shot of St. Peter's and Vacation City, people milling about in the square. MS - Procession with the Pope, Cardinals, Bishops and Priest. MCUS - The Pope is being carried on St. Peters chair. MS - The camera takes a shot of a stained glass window, a dove of peace. MS - Many priest filling up the pews.