Pope sends first tweet

Pope sends first tweet

December 12, 2012 7:45 AM

Pope Benedict sent his first tweet using his handle @pontifex. The Pope writes: "Dear friends, I am pleased to get in touch with you through Twitter. Thank you for your generous response. I bless all of you from my heart."

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