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10 quotes from Pope Benedict XVI on the beauty of love and suffering
When Pope Benedict XVI published his first encyclical, he chose an everlasting topic: love. Read more
Cardinal Pell: Benedict XVI was complete opposite of the caricatures of his enemies
Australian Cardinal George Pell shared in an interview with EWTN News in Depth that Pope Benedict XVI was actually “a... Read more
PHOTOS: A look back at Pope Benedict XVI’s participation in World Youth Days
On each World Youth Day, the late pope exhorted young people to follow the guidance of the Gospel by using... Read more
Personal secretary of Benedict XVI set to publish new book: Who is he?
Pope Benedict XVI’s longtime personal secretary, Archbishop Georg Gänswein, has written a firsthand account of his friend and mentor’s papacy. Read more
Here are the prayers and readings for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s funeral Mass
Pope Francis will preside over the funeral of Benedict XVI on Thursday, Jan. 5, at 9:30 a.m. (Rome time) in... Read more
What did being a cardinal mean to Joseph Ratzinger?
The future Pope Benedict XVI wore the red cassock for almost 28 years. Read more
Cardinal Zen: Benedict XVI will be a ‘powerful intercessor in heaven’ for China
In a reflection posted on his blog on Jan. 3, Cardinal Joseph Zen remembered Benedict XVI as a “great defender... Read more
Funeral of Benedict XVI: Everything you need to know
Following the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, these are the details you should know about his funeral in the... Read more
Scenes from a day of grief and gratitude: 65,000 pay their respects to Benedict XVI
The body of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI was laid in state for the first time Monday, drawing a massive crowd... Read more
Meet 7 of the best-known saints canonized by Pope Benedict XVI
During his pontificate, Pope Benedict XVI beatified 870 people and canonized a total of 45 saints. Read more
The relationship between Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and Pope Francis
Pope Francis visited Benedict frequently, including a final time three days before the pope emeritus' death. Read more
Five quotes from Pope Benedict XVI on faith
Pope Benedict XVI’s death marks the end of an era in which the prolific writer and speaker conveyed his reflections... Read more
‘We love Benedict’: Catholics flock to the Vatican to say goodbye to Benedict XVI
Approximately 40,000 people visited Benedict XVI in the first five hours he was lying in state on Monday, according to... Read more
Benedict XVI to be buried in first tomb of Pope John Paul II
Benedict XVI’s coffin will be carried to the crypt under the central part of St. Peter’s Basilica for interment after... Read more
Benedict XVI’s funeral: Only 2 countries will send official delegations
The Holy See’s announcement that delegations from Italy and Germany will attend the funeral answers one of the questions surrounding... Read more
In stepping down, Benedict XVI carved out new role as ‘contemplative’ pope
On Feb. 11, 2013, Pope Benedict XVI dropped a bombshell. Read more
VIDEO AND PHOTOS: Thousands gather to pay final respects to body of Benedict XVI
The mortal remains of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will lie in state in St. Peter’s Basilica through Jan. 4. Read more
Benedict XVI: thinker, preacher, saint? Scholars and former students discuss legacy
Some scholars and former students of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI raised the prospect of the late pontiff’s canonization and recognition... Read more
Here are the last words spoken by Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
The retired pope spoke the words shortly after his longtime personal secretary Archbishop Georg Gänswein briefly stepped out of the... Read more
Benedict XVI: A look back at the cat-loving pope’s favorite feline friends
The late pope emeritus had a great love for cats was known to feed the many cats that lived in... Read more
