Benedict XVI Latest News
Read the latest news regarding the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, his life, and his legacy.
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Pope Francis calls Benedict XVI the ultimate 'grandfather'
Retired pontiff Benedict XVI joined some 50,000 pilgrims in Saint Peter's Square on Sunday, Sept. 28 for a meeting between... Read more
Benedict XVI poses for first selfies
The first “selfie” of retired pontiff Benedict XVI is making the rounds on social networks. Read more
A refreshed Benedict XVI captivates students with homily
Participants in the annual Ratzinger “schulerkreis” study group were overjoyed at seeing the retired pontiff in good health, noting that... Read more
Pope Francis visits Benedict XVI before trips, archbishop reveals
Before any international trip Pope Francis visits Benedict XVI, a key Vatican archbishop revealed, noting the good relations between the... Read more
Benedict XVI to concelebrate at canonization Mass
The Holy See’s press office has announced that retired pontiff Benedict XVI will be a concelebrant at Sunday’s Mass and... Read more
Benedict XVI: I knew during his life that John Paul II was a saint
In a rare interview, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI recalled his close friendship with Blessed John Paul II, saying that the... Read more
Benedict XVI sends Pope commentary on early interview
Former Pope Benedict XVI sent a four-page commentary to Pope Francis on the September 2013 interview he granted to Jesuit... Read more
In rare interview, Benedict XVI recalls life of John Paul II
In lengthy excerpts of an interview published in an Italian newspaper, Benedict XVI speaks of his time collaborating with John... Read more
Benedict XVI affirms validity of his resignation
Today the Italian newspaper La Stampa has published excerpts of a letter from Benedict XVI, who wrote to affirm the... Read more
'The Church needs your courage,' Pope tells new cardinals
During the Saturday morning consistory at which Pope Francis created 19 new Cardinals, he urged the prelates gathered in St.... Read more
Benedict's brother says former Pope does not regret resigning
In a recent interview, Monsignor Georg Ratzinger said his brother, retired Pope Benedict XVI, believes he made the right decision... Read more
Vatican analyst explores continuity of Francis, Benedict in book
Andrea Gagliarducci has co-authored a new book recalling the period of Lent between Benedict XVI’s resignation and Pope Francis’ election,... Read more
Translator predicts Benedict XVI's legacy as a great teacher
A former translator of Benedict XVI has predicted that the retired pontiff’s legacy will only grow, given the “wonderful freshness”... Read more
Journalist who broke news of resignation recalls her 'panic'
Vatican journalist Giovanna Chirri remembers her shock at Benedict XVI's resignation last year, and how she broke the news before... Read more
Pope Francis launches tweet to pray for Benedict XVI
On the one year anniversary of Benedict XVI’s announcement of his decision to resign from the Petrine ministry, Pope Francis... Read more
Cardinal recalls shock of Benedict XVI's resignation
One year later, Cardinal James Stafford reflects on the meeting where Benedict XVI announced that he was stepping down as... Read more
Vatican: Rolling Stone article a display of 'superficial journalism'
Vatican spokesman Fr. Federico Lombardi has strongly criticized the tone of “crudeness” directed to Benedict XVI in a recent article... Read more
St. Therese devotees to launch Little Way social media campaign
Not long before he resigned, Pope Benedict XVI had written several times about the need for evangelization of the rapidly... Read more
Benedict XVI celebrates brother's 90th birthday with day of music
Retired pontiff Benedict XVI celebrated his brother Monsignor Georg Ratzinger's 90th birthday on Jan. 15 at the Vatican with a... Read more
Francis and Benedict linked in call for joyful priests
At a presentation of a work by Benedict XVI on the priesthood, the head of the Vatican's doctrine office said... Read more
