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Benedict XVI Sends Condolences for Pope Shenouda III

VATICAN CITY, MARCH 20, 2012 thanks to Zenit.org On learning of the death of the Patriarch of the Coptic Orthodox Church His Holiness Shenouda III, Patriarch of Alexandria, the Holy Father Benedict…

Homily to conclude the Week of Prayer: Pope Benedict

Thanks to Zenit.org, here is a translation of the homily Benedict XVI gave on Wednesday 25th January 2012 at Vespers on the feast of the Conversion of St. Paul. The celebration closed…

St Peter’s Piazza Christmas Tree donated from Ukraine

VATICAN CITY, DEC. 19, 2011 thanks to Zenit.org The Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square, a practice started by John Paul II and now a firm tradition, was lit last Friday evening.…

Pope Benedict: Study the Eastern Catholic Churches

Pope’s November Intention: That Whole Church Will Esteem This “Spiritual Treasure” VATICAN CITY, NOV. 3, 2011 thanks to Zenit.org Pope Benedict XVI is praying this month for an increase in knowledge of…

Pope Benedict receives Orthodox University Honour

VATICAN CITY, OCT. 5, 2011 thanks to Zenit.org At the end of today’s general audience, Benedict XVI received the Gold Medal of the Apostle Jason of Thessalonica from a delegation of the…