Pope Francis makes surprise appearance in Quito

(Vatican Radio) Pope Francis made a surprise appearance outside the Quito residence of the Apostolic Nuncio, who is hosting the Holy Father during his visit to Ecuador.

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He greeted the large, and very loud crowd, who were singing to welcome the Pope to the country, as well as shouting for him to come out and greet them.

Pope Francis acquiesced to the request, leading the crowd in a prayer, and then telling them to go to bed, so “the neighborhood can sleep.”

(from Vatican Radio)