A Rabbi visiting Rome had the good fortune to have
an audience with the Pope. While talking about
things, the Rabbi noticed a red phone on the Pope's
desk.

The Rabbi asked what the phone was for. The Pope
informed him that it's a direct line to God.

The Rabbi asked if he can use it and the pope says
of course but that he should leave $100 for the
call. The Rabbi thanked him, used the phone, and
handed the Pope $100.

A few months later, the Pope was visiting the US
and made sure to make a stop to visit his Rabbi
friend. While talking, the Pope noticed a red
phone on the Rabbi's desk.

The Pope asks if the phone is what he thought it
was and the Rabbi said it was. The Pope asked if he
could use the phone and the Rabbi said yes, the Pope
need not leave any money.

Surprised the Pope asked, "Is your congregation so
wealthy that you ask you will let me use your phone
for free?"

The Rabbi smiled and replied, "Not at all - from
synagogues, it's a local call."

Dick

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