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World's Christians to be represented at Pope Benedict's funeral
Representatives from the world's Christian churches...
As 'Catechism in a Year' podcast launches, listeners seek clarity amid chaos
"Oh ya baby!" read Jane Hernandez's Facebook post, ...
OSV News launches Jan. 1, aims to speak ‘truth in charity in a way that unites'
The hallmark of OSV News, a new Catholic news service that launched Jan. 1, is to provide news and content “that speaks to truth in charity in a way that unites,” said OSV Publisher Scott Richert.
Pope Benedict's body solemnly, lovingly carried to St. Peter's Basilica
The consecrated women who cared for Pope Benedict XVI in his retirement gently stroked his hands ...
The lasting legacy of Pope Benedict XVI
On Dec. 31, the Vatican announced the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who left a lasting legacy over the course of his lifelong service of the Church and who, in 2013, became the first Roman pontiff in 600 years to resign the papacy.
Pope pays tribute to the late Pope Benedict, highlighting his gentleness
Keeping his appointment to celebrate vespers as 2022 was ending, Pope Francis also paid tribute to his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, who died early Dec. 31.
World leaders express condolences, appreciation for Pope's legacy
Highlighting Pope Benedict XVI's great intellect, love and kindness, many of the world's political ...
Former doctrinal enforcer used pontificate to crack down on sex abuse
The late Pope Benedict XVI's disgust over the abuse scandals marring the Church was made evident even before his election as Pope.
Pope Benedict saw Jews, Muslims as allies in defending belief in God
In trying to help people understand how belief in God is a natural part of life and provides...
Pope Benedict forged ecumenical friendships even as dialogue slowed
During his many years at the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith as well as during his pontificate, Pope Benedict XVI made incisive contributions to the search for Christian unity, although some of his teaching also was read as ecumenically insensitive.
Important events in the life of Pope Benedict XVI
Here are some important events in the life of Pope Benedict XVI.
Pope Benedict's 2008 U.S. visit a whirlwind with timely, pointed messages
When Pope Benedict came to the United States for a visit to Washington and New York spanning six days in mid-April 2008, some news accounts called the pace of his schedule "grueling."
UPDATE: Pope Benedict: Eight years as Pope capped long ministry as teacher of faith
Retired Pope Benedict XVI, who had an impressive record...
UPDATE: Pope Benedict's funeral will respect his wishes to be simple
In accordance with Pope Benedict XVI's wishes, his funeral and moments of prayer surrounding it will be simple, according to the Vatican press office.
On ground in Eastern Europe, U.S. Catholics aid Ukraine on various fronts
Nelson Mejia said he was stressed watching news....
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