Pope in D.C.: Day 2 (Photos)

Drivers get out of their cars on SE/SW Freeway watching the pope leave D.C. (WTOP/Dave Dildine) — Drivers get out of their cars on SE/SW Freeway to watch the pope leave D.C. (WTOP/Dave Dildine)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: People wave as Pope Francis leaves in his Fiat after a visit to Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is in the United States for six days during his first trip as the leader of the Catholic Church. (Photo by David Goldman-Pool/Getty Images) — People wave as Pope Francis leaves in his Fiat after a visit to Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is in the United States for six days during his first trip as the leader of the Catholic Church. (Photo by David Goldman-Pool/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis leaves the Catholic Charities after blessing a lunch for charity workers and the needy September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is in the United States for six days during his first trip as the leader of the Catholic Church. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski-Pool/Getty Images) — Pope Francis leaves the Catholic Charities after blessing a lunch for charity workers and the needy Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is in the United States for six days during his first trip as the leader of the Catholic Church. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski-Pool/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Perry White, who is homeless, reads a paper ahead of a visit by Pope Francis to a lunch for the homeless who are served by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is in the United States for six days during his first trip as the leader of the Catholic Church. (Photo by Brian Snyder-Pool/Getty Images) — Perry White reads a paper prior to Pope Francis’ lunch visit Sept. 24, 2015 with homeless people served by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington. The pope blessed the meal. (Photo by Brian Snyder-Pool/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Garland Jones waits for Pope Francis to arrive and bless a meal outside the Catholic Charities office September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is in the United States for six days during his first trip as the leader of the Catholic Church. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski-Pool/Getty Images) — Garland Jones waits for Pope Francis to arrive and bless a meal outside the Catholic Charities’ office Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is in the United States for six days during his first trip as the leader of the Catholic Church. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski-Pool/Getty Images)

.@Pontifex takes a #PopeInDC selfie while at @CCADW! #WalkwithFrancis pic.twitter.com/5z3z59xsQ5
— DC Archdiocese (@WashArchdiocese) September 24, 2015

(Photo by Brendan Smialowski-Pool/Getty Images)

.@Pontifex extending a blessing to a @CCADW client! #WalkwithFrancis #PopeInDC pic.twitter.com/l8VIPrieH6
— DC Archdiocese (@WashArchdiocese) September 24, 2015

(Photo by Brendan Smialowski-Pool/Getty Images)

A look outside the Vatican Embassy as the Pope wraps up his final hour at the Embassy. #WTOP #PopeInDC pic.twitter.com/l1rrkU5IIH
— Mike Murillo (@MikeMurilloWTOP) September 24, 2015

(Photo by Brendan Smialowski-Pool/Getty Images)

There are even a few four legged Pope watchers here to see the Pontiff off. #wtop #PopeInDC pic.twitter.com/C4Pvz8gCtC
— Mike Murillo (@MikeMurilloWTOP) September 24, 2015

(Photo by Brendan Smialowski-Pool/Getty Images)

Pope Francis waves to the crowd after speaking at St. Patrick in the City Catholic church in Washington DC, USA, 24 September 2015. St. Patrick is the oldest Catholic church in Washington, founded in 1794. Pope Francis is on a five-day trip to the USA, which includes stops in Washington DC, New York and Philadelphia, after a three-day stay in Cuba. — Pope Francis waves to the crowd after speaking at St.Patrick’s Catholic Church in D.C. on Sept. 24. Saint Patrick’s is the oldest Catholic church in Washington, founded in 1794. (Pool)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis speaks at St. Patrick's Church on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is on a five-day trip to the United States, which includes stops in Washington DC, New York and Philadelphia, after a three-day stay in Cuba. St. Patrick's is the oldest Catholic parish in Washington. (Photo by Saul Loeb-Pool/Getty Images) — Pope Francis speaks at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. St. Patrick’s is the oldest Catholic parish in the District. (Photo by Saul Loeb-Pool/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis smiles while addressing the crowd at St. Patrick's Catholic Church on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. The Pope is on a six-day trip to the U.S., with stops in Washington, New York City and Philadelphia. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) — Pope Francis smiles while addressing the crowd at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis gestures while talking with those gathered at St. Patrick's Catholic Church on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. The Pope is on a six-day trip to the U.S., with stops in Washington, New York City and Philadelphia. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) — Pope Francis speaks to those gathered at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. The Pope is on a six-day trip to the U.S., with stops in D.C., New York City and Philadelphia. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: A woman prays while awaiting the arrivial of Pope Francis to St. Patrick's Catholic Church on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. The Pope is on a six-day trip to the U.S., with stops in Washington, New York City and Philadelphia. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) — A woman prays while awaiting the arrival of Pope Francis to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on September 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis arrives at St. Patrick's Catholic Church September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. The Pope is on his first trip to the United States, visiting Washington, DC, New York and Philadelphia. (Photo by Jabin Botsford-Pool/Getty Image) — Pope Francis arrives at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. The Pope is on his first trip to the United States, visiting D.C., New York and Philadelphia. (Photo by Jabin Botsford-Pool/Getty Image)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis is welcomed to the Speakers Balcony at the US Capitol by members of congress, September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis will be the first Pope to ever address a joint meeting of Congress. The POpe is on a six-day trip to the U.S., with stops in Washington, New York City and Philedelphia. (Photo by Doug Mills-Pool/Getty Images) — Pope Francis is welcomed to the Speakers Balcony at the U.S. Capitol by members of congress, Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis will be the first Pope to ever address a joint meeting of Congress. The Pope is on a six-day trip to the U.S., with stops in D.C., New York City and Philadelphia. (Photo by Doug Mills-Pool/Getty Images)

Pope Francis, accompanied by, from left, Vice President Joe Biden, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy of Calif., and House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio, speaks to the crowd from the Speaker’s Balcony on Capitol Hill, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, after his address to a joint meeting of Congress making him the first pontiff in history to do so. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

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Ikeita Cantu of McLean, Va., left, stands alongside her wife, Carmen Guzman, outside the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, as they wait for a chance to see Pope Francis speak, after his address to a joint session of Congress. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

AP Photo/Patrick Semansky

People nap alongside a bag emblazoned with an image of Pope Francis as they wait outside the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, for a chance to see the Holy Father speak after his address to a joint session of Congress. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

AP Photo/Patrick Semansky

Members of Congress line the steps of the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, to wave goodbye to Pope Francis as he departs the Capitol in his Fiat 500L after his speech before a joint meeting of Congress . (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

AP Photo/Steve Helber

Pope Francis, accompanied by Vice President Joe Biden and House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio, blesses an unidentified child on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, after his address before a joint meeting of Congress. (Michael Reynolds/Pool Photo via AP)

Michael Reynolds/Pool Photo via AP

Congressional staffers and guests strain to view and photograph the departure of Pope Francis in his Fiat 500L, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, after his speech before a joint meeting of Congress. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

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#PopeFrancis greeted the thousands gathered on the National Mall today before saying a prayer. #PopeInDC pic.twitter.com/EDQRv93M7y
— Kevin McCarthy (@GOPLeader) September 24, 2015

(AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Gov. Christie gets in a few "nice to meet yous" with a nun and others as he hustles out of Cannon into SUV #popeindc pic.twitter.com/ZgBXVkyPKo
— Max Smith (@amaxsmith) September 24, 2015

(AP Photo/Steve Helber)

God is present in each one of us- #PopeInUS #PopeInDC pic.twitter.com/VPDfMGBAto
— Nick Iannelli (@NickWTOP) September 24, 2015

(AP Photo/Steve Helber)

WASHINGTON, D.C. - SEPTEMBER 24: Spectators on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol building react as Pope Francis makes an appearance on the West Front Speaker's office balcony, September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Allison Shelley/Getty Images) — Spectators on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol building react as Pope Francis makes an appearance on the West Front Speaker’s office balcony, Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of D.C. before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Allison Shelley/Getty Images)

Pope Francis (Front C) pauses in front of a sculpture of Spanish-born Junipero Serra, the Franciscan Friar known for starting missions in California, in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol in Washington DC, USA, 24 September 2015. Pope Francis is on a five-day trip to the USA, which includes stops in Washington DC, New York and Philadelphia, after a three-day stay in Cuba. Pope Francis added the Cuba visit after helping broker a historic rapprochement between Washington and Havana that ended a diplomatic freeze of more than 50 years. — Pope Francis (Front C) pauses in front of a sculpture of Spanish-born Junipero Serra, the Franciscan Friar known for starting missions in California, in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C., 24 September 2015. Pope Francis is on a five-day trip to the USA, which includes stops in D.C, New York and Philadelphia, after a three-day stay in Cuba. Pope Francis added the Cuba visit after helping broker a historic rapprochement between Washington and Havana that ended a diplomatic freeze of more than 50 years. (Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, D.C. - SEPTEMBER 24: Spectators on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol building watch a telecast of Pope Francis addressing a joint session of U.S. Congress on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Allison Shelley/Getty Images) — Spectators on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol building watch a telecast of Pope Francis addressing a joint session of U.S. Congress on Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of D.C. before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Allison Shelley/Getty Images)

Pope Francis enters St. Patrick's Catholic Church in D.C. following his historic address to a joint meeting of Congress on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 (WTOP/Nick Iannelli) — Pope Francis enters St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in D.C. following his historic address to a joint meeting of Congress on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 (WTOP/Nick Iannelli)

The Pope exits the Capitol following his speech to a joint session of Congress pic.twitter.com/r3L7UJ9sgW
— JohnCornyn (@JohnCornyn) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Andrew Mollenbeck)

Pope fr upper balcony on Capitol West Front exits saying: God Bless America #PopeinDC pic.twitter.com/YL42onwhFa
— Kristi King (@kingWTOP) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Andrew Mollenbeck)

Exclusive: On the Speaker’s balcony with #PopeFrancis. #PopeInDC #PopeInUS pic.twitter.com/gmAKwLZ4HN
— Speaker John Boehner (@SpeakerBoehner) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Andrew Mollenbeck)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis exits the house after speaking at a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) — Pope Francis exits the house after speaking at a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Father Serra is one of #California’s two statues at the @USCapitol. #PopeInDC #PopeInUS
— Speaker John Boehner (@SpeakerBoehner) September 24, 2015

(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

People line the fencing near St. Patrick's Catholic Church in D.C., where the Pope is expected to arrive shortly. (WTOP/Andrew Mollenbeck) — People line the fencing near St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in D.C., where the Pope is expected to arrive shortly. (WTOP/Andrew Mollenbeck)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis addresses a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) — Pope Francis addresses a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on Sept. 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Pope Francis addresses a joint meeting of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, making history as the first pontiff to do so. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)

AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino

Pope Francis addresses a joint meeting of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, making history as the first pontiff to do so. Listening behind the pope are Vice President Joe Biden and House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Pope Francis is greeted by Vice President Joe Biden (L) and Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-OH) as he arrives to speak during a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) — Pope Francis is greeted by Vice President Joe Biden (L) and Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-Ohio) as he arrives to speak during a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on September 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Vice President Joe Biden (L) and Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-OH) shake hands prior to Pope Francis speach at a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) — Vice President Joe Biden (L) and Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-Ohio) shake hands prior to Pope Francis speach at a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on September 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress and will finish his tour of Washington later today before traveling to New York City. (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

First time in history: the Pope stands in the Hall of the House before joint meeting of Congress. #PopeInDC #PopeInUS pic.twitter.com/4TsmCjsmDY
— Speaker John Boehner (@SpeakerBoehner) September 24, 2015

(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

Pope Francis is applauded as he arrives on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, to address a joint meeting of Congress, making history as the first pontiff to do so. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Pope Francis enters the chamber http://t.co/kSdwR9ri0H pic.twitter.com/8SgoPlwzmU
— POLITICO (@politico) September 24, 2015

(AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Less than half of the Supreme Court attended Pope Francis' historic address to Congress http://t.co/2QbXJuMog7 pic.twitter.com/ycaEJHQi2C
— POLITICO (@politico) September 24, 2015

(AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of Calif. talks with members on the floor of the House on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, while waiting for Pope Francis to address a joint meeting of Congress . The Pope will make history as the first pontiff to speak to Congress. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-OH) (R) speaks with Pope Francis (L) in the U.S. Capitol building before the Pontiff speaks to a joint meeting of Congress September 24, 2015 in Washington, DC. Pope Francis will be the first Pope to ever address a joint meeting of Congress. The POpe is on a six-day trip to the U.S., with stops in Washington, New York City and Philedelphia. (Photo By Bill Clark-PoolGetty Images) — Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-Ohio) (R) speaks with Pope Francis (L) in the U.S. Capitol building before the Pontiff speaks to a joint meeting of Congress September 24, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Pope Francis will be the first Pope to ever address a joint meeting of Congress. The POpe is on a six-day trip to the U.S., with stops in Washington, New York City and Philedelphia. (Photo By Bill Clark-PoolGetty Images)

House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio greets Pope Francis on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, as the Pope arrived before addressing a joint meeting. (Bill Clark/Roll Call/ via AP, Pool)

Bill Clark/Roll Call/ via AP, Pool

Pope Francis arrives on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, to address a joint meeting of Congress. (Michael Reynolds/Pool Photo via AP)

Michael Reynolds/Pool Photo via AP

Pope Francis gives a thumbs-up while greeting school children before departing the Apostolic Nunciature, the Vatican's diplomatic mission in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, en route to the Capitol to address a joint meeting of Congress. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen) — Pope Francis gives a thumbs-up while greeting school children before departing the Apostolic Nunciature, the Vatican’s diplomatic mission in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, en route to the Capitol to address a joint meeting of Congress. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)

Pope Francis waves as he departs the Apostolic Nunciature, the Vatican’s diplomatic mission in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, en route to the Capitol to address a joint meeting of Congress. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)

AP Photo/Cliff Owen

A crowd watches outside the Capitol, where Pope Francis will make history as the first pontiff to speak to Congress. (WTOP/Dennis Foley)

A Secret Service agent straightens the Papal flag on a motorcade vehicle prior to Pope Francis departure from the Apostolic Nunciature, the Vatican’s diplomatic mission in Washington, en route to the Capitol to address a joint meeting of Congress, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)

AP Photo/Cliff Owen

People wait for Pope Francis to appear from the Speaker’s Balcony on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. The Pope will address a joint meeting of Congress making him the first pontiff in history to do so. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

AP Photo/Susan Walsh

Crowd watching House Speaker John Boehner sit with @pontifex #WTOP pic.twitter.com/A8AEMmc0xw
— Dennis J. Foley (@DJFoleyWTOP) September 24, 2015

(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

A school girl, who’s parents work at the Philippine Embassy, adjusts her tradition head dress while her friend looks on outside the Apostolic Nunciature, the Vatican’s diplomatic mission in the heart of Washington, as they wait for Pope Francis to depart en route to the Capitol to address a joint meeting of Congress Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)

AP Photo/Cliff Owen

Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington is closed to vehicles, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, as people walk to get through security to see Pope Francis appear from the Speaker’s Balcony on Capitol Hill. The Pope will addresses a joint meeting of Congress making him the first pontiff in history to do so. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

AP Photo/Susan Walsh

The spot from which the Pope will look out over the crowd at the Capitol later this morning: pic.twitter.com/VeaKAtPCb8
— Cory Gardner (@SenCoryGardner) September 24, 2015

(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

National Mall is ready for Pope Francis! #PopeinDC #PopeinUS pic.twitter.com/vFZ5ufVWH1
— Scott Wong (@scottwongDC) September 24, 2015

(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

Crowd on West Lawn of Capitol awaiting @Pontifex after address to Congress #PopeInDC pic.twitter.com/dnHPorAxEK
— Marcus E. Howard (@MarcusEHoward) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Kristi King)

The West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol begins to fill up as spectators await Pope Francis' address to Congress at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (WTOP/Kristi King) — Spectators await Pope Francis’ address to Congress on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (WTOP/Kristi King)

Waiting on the Pope to be taken to Capitol this a.m. Scene at Vatican embassy where #PopeInDC has been staying.@wtop pic.twitter.com/CcU6fGijtT
— Kathy Stewart (@KStewartWTOP) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Kristi King)

Singing for pope outside Vatican embassy. Pope expected to leave here around 9am for Capitol. @wtop pic.twitter.com/65fDGqIKyg
— Kathy Stewart (@KStewartWTOP) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Kristi King)

These members of St. John Neumann in Gaithersburg, Md. have some thoughts on Pope Francis' address to Congress on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (WTOP/Rahul Bali) — These members of St. John Neumann in Gaithersburg, Md. have some thoughts on Pope Francis’ address to Congress on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (WTOP/Rahul Bali)

The sun is up, folks are gathering @USCapitol for #PopeFrancis, it's going to be a great day. #PopeInDC #PopeInUS pic.twitter.com/Is3WSznrYS
— Speaker John Boehner (@SpeakerBoehner) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Rahul Bali)

Singing and praying for #PopeInDC outside Vatican embassy where pope is staying. @wtop pic.twitter.com/rPns2muaUN
— Kathy Stewart (@KStewartWTOP) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Dennis Foley)

Hey, @uscapitol, are you ready for the @pontifex? #popeindc pic.twitter.com/ylsXnHQZNH
— Timothy Joseph Lang (@andtimspeaks) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Dennis Foley)

@uscapitol Sunrise over the Dome. #PopeInDC pic.twitter.com/vi8fkkepCE
— Mark Albert (@malbertnews) September 24, 2015

(WTOP/Dennis Foley)

News media begins to set up early Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 at the Capitol to cover Pope Francis' address. (WTOP/Kristi King) — Reporters begin to set up on Capitol Hill early Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 to cover Pope Francis’ address to Congress. (WTOP/Kristi King)

Visitors walk to the U.S. Capitol building, where Pope Francis will address Congress on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (WTOP/Dennis Foley) — Visitors walk to the Capitol building, where Pope Francis will address Congress on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (WTOP/Dennis Foley)

Lines to see the pope's address to Congress began before 5 a.m. Thursday. (WTOP/Dennis Foley) — Lines to see the Pope Francis’ address to Congress started forming before 5 a.m. The pope is expected to deliver the address at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (WTOP/Dennis Foley)

People gather on the West Lawn of the Capitol before dawn Thursday to hear Pope Francis' address. (WTOP/Kristi King) — People gather on the West Lawn of the Capitol before dawn Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 to hear Pope Francis’ address. (WTOP/Kristi King)

The sky begins to lighten over the Apostolic Nunciature, the Vatican’s diplomatic mission in the heart of Washington, where Pope Francis is staying. Later this morning the Pope will address a joint meeting of Congress Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)

AP Photo/Cliff Owen