In Spain, a hygiene company has created special ‘Pope Benedict toilet paper’ for his highly awaited visit to Madrid during World Youth Day celebrations – though this gesture has not been met with enthusiasm at the Vatican…
In an effort to profit from the influx of one million young pilgrims expected to descend on Spain for the event, Ronova, the manufacturers, unveiled the limited edition toilet paper.
The luxurious gold and crisp white hues are packaged in sets of two, embellished with an ‘I love the Pope’ logo.
Additionally, special incense typically used in Catholic churches to dispel evil spirits has been incorporated to impart that ‘ultra-freshness’ that ‘El Papa’ seemingly desires.
Concerns about the rolls have reached Vatican officials, with some detractors labeling the ‘sacred’ tissue as disrespectful.
Nonetheless, Ronova emphasized that the toilet paper should be utilized by those lining the streets to greet Pope Benedict as his motorcade goes by – rather than for personal hygiene.
A company spokesperson remarked: ‘Is there any better way to bring life to the streets than with these large toilet paper streamers in the Vaticanis color scheme?
‘We encourage everyone – open your windows and celebrate! Welcome Pope Benedict.’
This ‘Benedict bog-roll’ is not the company’s first venture into colorful tissue, either.
In 2005, they launched an all-black line of tissue aimed at style-savvy bathroom aficionados whose darker decor clashes with traditional bright white options.