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Key moments in Benedict’s eight-year papacy
Pope Benedict XVI, who had an impressive record as a teacher and defender of the basics of the Catholic faith, will go down in history as the first pope in almost 600 years to resign. Source: OSV News.
Pope Benedict’s spiritual testament: ‘Stand firm in the faith’
Pope Benedict XVI’s final message to Catholics around the world was: “Stand firm in the faith! Do not let yourselves be confused!” Source: CNS Rome.
Cardinal Pell reflects: A prolific writer and a fine theologian
Joseph Ratzinger, Pope Benedict XVI, is universally regarded as one of the finest theologians and writers in the papacy’s almost 2000-year history, writes Cardinal George Pell. Source: The Australian.
Archbishop Fisher: Benedict could be a Doctor of the Church
Sydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP knew Pope Benedict XVI well, including through their close connection forged for World Youth Day 2008. In a written message and video, Archbishop Fisher shared some of his memories of the late pope.
Funeral Mass of Benedict XVI to be held Thursday
The funeral Mass of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will take place in St Peter’s Square on Thursday, January 5 at 9.30am (7.30pm AEDT), the Vatican has announced. Source: CNA.
CathNews is back on January 16
This is a special one-off issue of CathNews to bring you the latest news on the death of Pope Benedict XVI.
The hope of Christmas is light for a troubled world: bishops
The celebration of Jesus’ coming into the world is a beacon of hope in a troubled world beset by war and a nation tested by devastating floods and rising cost-of-living pressures, Australia’s bishops have said in their Christmas messages.
Australian reflections on Synod’s working document published
While the hundreds of Australians who participated in the latest round of discernment for the global Synod of Bishops process identified issues and challenges facing Catholics, there was a strong sense of hope for the Church’s future. Source: Media Blog.
Australians still donating for Christmas as rising costs hit charities
Generous Australians are still dipping into their pockets to help others this Christmas, but cost-of-living pressures have driven an unprecedented surge in demand for support at what is already the busiest time of the year for many charities. Source: SMH.