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Pope Benedict’s pectoral cross still missing as thief faces prison sentence
Addressing the court, the defendant said he knew that he did not appear credible but promised that the cross “would... Read more
International website dedicated to Benedict XVI aims to be a ‘beacon in stormy seas’
After a website dedicated to Benedict XVI received thousands of congratulations in 24 languages on the occasion of his 95th... Read more
Benedict XVI receives nativity scene from homeland of Bavaria
A Christmas crib was also presented to Pope Francis. Read more
Pope Francis offers condolences to Benedict XVI following his brother’s death
Pope Francis offered his condolences to Benedict XVI Thursday following the death of his brother. Read more
Benedict XVI returns to Rome after visiting ill brother in Germany
Pope emeritus Benedict XVI arrived back in Rome Monday after a four-day trip to Germany to visit his ailing brother. Read more
Benedict XVI to return to Rome June 22 after visit with ailing brother in Germany
Pope emeritus Benedict XVI will return to Rome and the Vatican on Monday, according to the Diocese of Regensburg. Read more
Benedict XVI to pray at his family's gravesite in Germany
Pope emeritus Benedict XVI will visit his family’s gravesite and his former home in Pentling, Germany, in the afternoon on... Read more
Austrian nuncio laments Church opposition to crosses on Bavarian state buildings
The apostolic nuncio to Austria said Tuesday that he is “saddened and ashamed” that bishops and priests have been vocal... Read more
Bavarian bishops respond to push for more public crosses
A recent decision by the government of Bavaria to mandate that a cross be displayed in all state buildings has... Read more
