Papal visit organizer reflects on intense 'trial by fire'

Behind the scenes, Chuck Luttrell helped plan Blessed Pope John Paul II's trip to Vancouver

Chuck and Marie Luttrell (left) say goodbye to Pope John Paul II Sept.
19, 1984, at the Vancouver airport. Chuck helped to plan the papal visit
to Vancouver. Photo submitted.

When Pope John Paul II announced he would travel across Canada in September 1984, many Catholics greeted the news with joy,