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‘Bethlehem Bells’ exhibit brings the Holy Land to America
The bells that once graced the ancient Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem have traveled from the Holy Land for... 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
‘Flavors of home’: Benedict XVI’s favorite restaurant in Rome
Inside the cozy Cantina Tirolese in Rome, Benedict XVI knew he could always find the flavors of home. 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
Catholic converts: ‘Benedict XVI led me into the Catholic Church’
In the days after news spread that Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI was nearing the end of his life, a number... Read more
Remembering Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to the United States
Pope Benedict XVI, who died Dec. 31, visited the United States only once, but he left a lasting impression. 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
Where Catholics live in the United States, explained in four charts
Catholicism is the largest religious body in 36 U.S. states, and the data show that Catholicism is growing fastest in... 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
Canadian Catholic leaders pay tribute to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Cardinal Thomas Collins of Toronto, among other leaders, hailed the former pope as a model of inspiring discipleship and theological... 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
