Benedict XVI Latest News
Read the latest news regarding the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, his life, and his legacy.
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Benedict XVI will attend Holy Door opening at Vatican to start Year of Mercy
The Vatican has announced Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will take part in the official inauguration of the Jubilee of Mercy... Read more
Pope names first Catholic bishop to oversee Anglican ordinariate
Pope Francis has appointed Msgr. Steven Lopes, a Catholic priest from California, as the new bishop who will head the... Read more
After a two-week vacation, Benedict XVI heads back to Rome
With two restful weeks outside of the Vatican behind him and two honorary doctorates in hand, Benedict XVI has again... Read more
Receiving awards, Benedict XVI credits witness of John Paul II
After receiving an honorary doctorate from both the Pontifical John Paul II University of Krakow and the Krakow Academy of... Read more
Francis wishes Benedict XVI a good summer in Castel Gandolfo
Before heading out for his two-week stay at the papal residence in Castel Gandolfo this summer, retired pontiff Benedict XVI... Read more
Summorum Pontificum Conference celebrates Benedict XVI's liturgical legacy
The fourth annual Summorum Pontificum Conference was held last Saturday in Rome to promote the understanding and use of the... Read more
Benedict XVI's summer plans – rare public events and a visit to Castel Gandolfo
Benedict XVI’s summer is set to be the most active since he stepped down from the pontificate in 2013, with... Read more
Will Francis build on Benedict's legacy when he visits the US?
Pope Francis will remain within the tradition of previous papal visits to the U.S. when he comes to the east... Read more
On 88th birthday, Benedict XVI lauded for emphasis on mercy
The Vatican official charged with organizing the upcoming Jubilee for Mercy says the topic was the “heart” of Benedict XVI’s... Read more
The Pope who became a pilgrim: Benedict's resignation remembered
Two years after his historic resignation from the papacy, Benedict XVI's presence continues to be felt by those around him... Read more
How Benedict XVI and his 'scandalous' hero speak to the modern crisis
Theological giants Benedict XVI and one of his heroes – the controversial Cardinal Jean Danielou – have been hailed for... Read more
Two years into retirement, the legacy of Father Benedict endures
Two years to the day since Pope Benedict XVI told the world of his historic decision to step down from... Read more
The request of a retired pope – simply call me 'Father Benedict'
Rather than being called by his papal name “Benedict XVI,” the retired pontiff revealed that since his retirement he has... Read more
Ratzinger's retraction: the fruit of 42 years of theological maturation
News broke weeks ago that a new volume of Benedict XVI's collected works was being released in German with an... Read more
Scholars: No, Benedict XVI doesn't support Kasper in Synod debates
A new volume of Benedict XVI's collected works includes an updated version of a 1972 essay in which he had... Read more
Priest swaps clerical hats with a 'sharp, healthy' Benedict XVI
A priest who met and exchanged zucchettos with retired pontiff Benedict XVI last week marveled at the former pope's joy,... Read more
Francis inaugurates bust of Benedict, emphasizes unity of faith, science
Addressing the Pontifical Academy of Sciences on Monday, Pope Francis unveiled a bust of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, lauding his... Read more
Benedict could attend Paul VI beatification, spokesman reveals
Retired pontiff Benedict XVI may take part to Paul VI's beatification Mass Oct. 19, revealed Father Federico Lombardi, director of... Read more
Pope Francis calls Benedict XVI the ultimate 'grandfather'
Retired pontiff Benedict XVI joined some 50,000 pilgrims in Saint Peter's Square on Sunday, Sept. 28 for a meeting between... Read more
Benedict XVI poses for first selfies
The first “selfie” of retired pontiff Benedict XVI is making the rounds on social networks. Read more
