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Pope Francis to take 8-week break in liturgical schedule this summer
The 87-year-old pope does not have any public Masses on his schedule for eight weeks in July and August, according... Read more
Benedict XVI pays a surprise visit to Castel Gandolfo
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI left Vatican City Thursday to make a surprise visit to Castel Gandolfo. Read more
Castel Gandolfo, the summer home of Popes, opens to the public
Used for centuries as a private summer residence for Popes, the Apostolic Palace in Castel Gandolfo has now been opened... 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
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
Pope Francis will brave Rome's summer heat
Breaking with the practice of his predecessors, Pope Francis will not take a long summer vacation and will stay in... Read more
Pope says Christ's life was one of sacrifice, not popularity
Pope Benedict XVI said that Jesus did not seek recognition during his public ministry but chose instead to preach the... Read more
Villa director reveals rich history behind Pope's summer home
Saverio Petrillo, director of the Pontifical Villas at Castel Gandolfo, knows that the villas and farm at Pope Benedict's summer... Read more
Summer with Pope the best time of the year, Italian bishop says
Bishop Marcello Semeraro of Castel Gandolfo, Italy said that with the arrival of Pope Benedict XVI for his summer vacation,... Read more
Pope Benedict leaves Vatican for summer residence
On July 3, Pope Benedict left the Vatican for his summer residence at Castel Gandolfo, located outside of Rome. Read more
