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 defends resignation and title ‘pope emeritus’ in private letters
The private correspondence, excerpts from which were carried in a German newspaper, was reportedly addressed to Cardinal Walter Brandmüller. Read more
Benedict, Viganò, Francis, and McCarrick: Where things stand on nuncio’s allegations
On its face, the arc of Archbishop Viganò’s story is straightforward. Read more
Gänswein: Benedict did not 'confirm' Vigano testimony
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s personal secretary said Tuesday that the former pope has not commented on a testimony released Saturday... Read more
Analysis: Why Francis might follow Benedict’s lead on Chilean abuse scandal
This week 34 Chilean bishops are meeting with Pope Francis to discuss the country’s clerical sexual abuse scandal, which involves... Read more
Analysis: Benedict XVI’s unpublished letter- God is key to understanding human rights
The Ratiznger Schuelerkreis, a circle of former students of Joseph Ratzinger who meet annually, will gather this year to discuss... Read more
Benedict XVI celebrates 91st birthday with his brother
Benedict XVI turned 91 on Monday, celebrating “with his brother Georg in a calm and familiar climate,” according to a... Read more
Analysis: Benedict XVI’s letter - what the reaction revealed
The story of Benedict XVI’s letter and the communication issues it raised, dubbed “Lettergate,” has led to the resignation of... Read more
Benedict’s praise for Francis booklets came with previously unmentioned caveats, letter shows
Amid accusations of concealment, the Vatican's communications department has released the entirety of a letter written by Benedict XVI, revealing... Read more
The theological formation of Pope Francis
A recent letter from Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI has become the subject of controversy, after a Vatican office admitted to... Read more
Vatican office altered photo of Benedict's comments on Francis
A Vatican office has acknowledged blurring portions of a letter written by Benedict XVI regarding Pope Francis' philosophical and theological... Read more
Updated: Benedict XVI says there is 'inner continuity' between himself, Pope Francis
In a personal letter reportedly sent to the head of the Secretariat for Communications, Benedict XVI said that he sees... Read more
Vatican denies rumors that Benedict XVI has degenerative nerve disorder
After rumors spread in German media that Benedict XVI has a paralyzing nerve disease, the Vatican debunked the story, saying... Read more
In rare letter, Benedict XVI says he's 'on pilgrimage home'
In a rare new letter penned by Benedict XVI, the retired pontiff said he is in the last phase of... Read more
Benedict XVI's secretary denies rumors that he is close to death
Archbishop Georg Ganswein, the personal secretary of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, has rejected reports that the former pontiff is nearing... Read more
Ratzinger Foundation unveils new prize, announces American winners
The Vatican’s Joseph Ratzinger Foundation unveiled a new prize called “Expanding Reason,” aimed at promoting dialogue between the sciences and... Read more
Here's what Benedict XVI's former students will discuss next month
The persecution and martyrdom of Christians will be the topic of discussion at an annual gathering of Pope Benedict XVI’s... Read more
Benedict XVI: Cardinal Meisner died a 'cheerful' man
In a letter sent for the funeral of the late Cardinal Joachim Meisner, retired Pope Benedict XVI praised the prelate... Read more
Looking forward to 10 years of Summorum Pontificum
Ten years after Benedict XVI broadened access to the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass, the document by which he... Read more
The Green Pope isn't who you think it is.
There once was a Pope called “The Green Pope.” Read more
As Benedict turns 90, a rare glimpse into his joy-filled life
In a lengthy interview with EWTN's German television branch, Benedict XVI's closest aide describes how the retired pontiff is doing... Read more
