The Pope met with the College
of Cardinals to discuss a proposal from Shimon Peres, the former leader of
Israel. "Your holiness," said one of the Cardinals, "Mr. Peres wants to
determine whether Jews or Catholics are superior, by challenging you to a golf
match." The Pope was greatly disturbed, as he had never held a golf club in his
life.
"Not to worry," said the Cardinal, "we'll call America and talk to Jack Nicklaus.
We'll make him a Cardinal, he can play Shimon Peres... We can't lose!" Everyone
agreed it was a good idea. The call was made and, of course, Jack was honored
and agreed to play.
The day after the match, Nicklaus reported to the Vatican to inform the Pope of
his success in the match. "I came in second, your Holiness," said Nicklaus.
"Second?!!" exclaimed the surprised Pope. "You came in second to Shimon
Peres?!!"
"No," said Nicklaus, "second to Rabbi Woods." |
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