Seifert described it as a surreal experience – getting to see the pontiff, who greeted each person individually, and with a smile.
“For me, it was one of the highlights of my life, and I’m certain it was for all of the other pilgrims as well. And I was truly inspired by his message of hope, his message of peace, and his message of the need for all of us to work together to build a sustainable future,” he said.