A video tribute to Pope Benedict XVI (1927-2022) from cardinals, journalists and theologians.
Pope Benedict XVI
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Pope Benedict XVI’s last words: ‘Jesus, I love you.’
These were the final words that Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI uttered before he died, a powerful final expression of love and faith.
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Pope Francis will preside at Benedict’s funeral in St. Peter’s Square on Jan. 5
Pope emeritus Benedict XVI will be laid to rest on Jan. 5, 2023, at a Mass in St. Peter’s Square at which Pope Francis will preside.
Posted inFaith and Reason, Politics & Society
Pope Benedict’s theological legacy: An Augustinian at heart who influenced the course of Vatican II and beyond
Joseph Ratzinger’s life was one long heroic intellectual performance, engaging his whole heart.
Posted inFaith, Last Take
Pope Benedict XVI’s Eucharistic vision: A key to understanding his life and theology
“Benedict placed the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist at the very center of Catholic faith and devotion.”
Posted inFaith, Features
Pope Benedict XVI, defender of orthodoxy defined by historic resignation, dies at 95
Benedict’s resignation was a “Nixon to China” move, a radical departure from the most orthodox of popes and theologians.
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Vatican update: Benedict’s condition continues to be serious but stable
While former pope Benedict’s XVI’s health condition remains serious, the Vatican reported “his situation is stable at the moment” on Dec. 30.
Posted inFaith, Podcasts
Podcast: Pope Benedict XVI’s ‘serious’ condition
On “Inside the Vatican” this week, veteran Vatican correspondent Gerard O’Connell and host Colleen Dulle give an update on the former pope’s health. The rest of the podcast looks at three of Pope Francis’ Christmas messages.
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Vatican update: Benedict XVI is ‘lucid and alert,’ but condition remains serious
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s medical condition remains serious, but the Vatican reported Thursday that he is “lucid and alert.”
Posted inFaith, News
What happens when a pope emeritus dies? Pope Benedict’s health raises questions
The only thing certain is that the most important ritual following the death of a pope—a conclave to elect a new one—does not apply.