John Paul II’s visit dominates coverage for weeks

St. John Paul II waves to the crowd during Mass in Grant Park on Oct. 5, 1979. (John H. White photo)

A contemplative pontiff is seated in Holy Name Cathedral during his visit to Chicago. (John H. White photo)

Pope John Paul II walks among the thousands gathered for a Mass in the parking lot of Five Holy Martyrs Church in Chicago. (John H. White photo)

As was the case wherever the Holy Father went, huge crowds turned out in Chicago when Pope John Paul II came in 1979. (John H. White photo)

Sisters and others applaud for the pope during his 1979 visit to Chicago. (John H. White photo)

People hold prayer cards bearing the Holy Father's image. (John H. White photo)

People carried banners and flags during his visit. (John H. White photo)

St. John Paul II waves to the crowd during Mass in Grant Park. (John H. White photo)