Tag: Pope Benedict XVI
Philippine bishops’ message on the death of Pope Benedict XVI
"If Pope Francis is known as the Pope of Mercy and Joy, Pope Benedict will be remembered as the Pope of Charity."
Benedict XVI dead at 95: The ‘humble worker’ and his legacy...
The enormous legacy of his theologically profound contributions to the Church and the world will continue to be the source of reflection
Catholic controversy over two popes in the Vatican
His decisio to become the first pontiff to step down in almost 600 years created a precedent that has loomed over the papacy of his successor
Benedict XVI: The pope who walked away
The former pope had had a troubled term, when he often appeared overwhelmed by the challenges facing the Church
A timeline of Pope Benedict XVI’s extraordinary life
Here is a look back at the key dates and events in the life of Pope Benedict XVI
Death of ex-pope would put Vatican in unchartered territory
Unlike when previous popes have died, there would be no need to call a conclave to elect a new one, as Pope Francis remains very much in post
Vatican: Benedict XVI’s condition serious but stable
Pope Francis renews his invitation to pray for Benedict "and accompany him in these difficult hours"
Benedict’s serious illness raises questions about pope emeritus protocols
What, then, will happen when Benedict dies?
Pope Francis urges prayers for ‘very ill’ Benedict XVI
"Remember him, because he is very ill, asking the Lord to console and support him," Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis praises ‘fruitful’ theology of Benedict XVI
Pope Francis said: “We all feel his spiritual presence and his accompaniment in prayer for the whole Church”