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Thousands flock to see Benedict XVI in last public event as Pope

February 27, 2013

About 200,000 people were expected to attend the general audience

German bishops ask for Pope’s forgiveness for the errors of his homeland

February 21, 2013

Archbishop Zollitsch says Germany 'in some sense shared the honour' of Benedict XVI being elected

How, during the lifetime of a pope, can his successor gain the authority he needs? We are in a time of uncertainty: but we are also in God’s hands

February 18, 2013

We all need to approach the conclave without resentment or feelings of betrayal

Pope Benedict disturbs non-believers because for him God is the centre of everything

February 14, 2013

He shows that humility is the hallmark of authentic Christianity

Pope tells priests: I will always be close to you, even though I will be hidden

February 14, 2013

Benedict XVI speaks off-the-cuff about Vatican II in audience with priests

Pope’s secretary moved to tears during Mass

February 14, 2013

Benedict XVI was the only person able to hold back tears during his last Mass as pope at St Peter's Basilica

Benedict XVI thanks everyone during last Mass at St Peter’s

February 14, 2013

The Pope celebrated an emotional last Mass for the distribution of the ashes, kissing the basilica's altar for the last time

Benedict XVI preaches humility and Christian unity in last public Mass as pope

February 14, 2013

He says the true disciple does not 'seek applause or approval'

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