The Apostolic visit of the Holy Father is a historic event as far as it makes possible a meeting between Eastern and Western Europe, H.E. Mons. Antonio Mennini, Apostolic Nuncio in Bulgaria said in an exclusive interview for novinite.com. In his opinion the Pope has always shown respect to believers from all religions, and the visit just confirms his feelings of affinity, affection, understanding and respect for the whole Bulgarian nation. H.E. Antonio Mennini reiterated the Pope’s message that Bulgaria must hold on to its natural calling to serve as a bridge between Eastern and Western Europe and become part of the common European home.