Category Archives: Popes

New Chalice-Urns for the Conclave

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here is an interesting article fromt he Vatican News Service regarding the urns into which the ballots are placed during the conclave. As you may know, each time the cardinals cast their individual vote in conclave, they approach the front … Continue reading →

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Benedict’s Final Words as Translated by Vatican Radio

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here are the final words of Pope Benedict XVI to the cardinals of Rome. It is my understanding that they are the last official words of the Holy Father before his retirement takes effect in five hours. Radio Vatican’s English … Continue reading →

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Benedict’s Final Blessing

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father gave his last blessing to the public this afternoon. The Vatican’s you tube channel has provided this video clip. Click on this link. http://www.youtube.com/embed/SNf9U9x0pUc” God bless you too, Holy Father!

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His Holiness Benedict XVI, Pope Emeritus

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Deacon Bob

So it will be as of 8 PM Rome time this Thursday. The Vatican has announced that Pope Benedict will  be called His Holiness Benedict XVI, Pope Emeritus following his resignation from the papacy. He will give us his red shoes and … Continue reading →

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American Seminarians’ Thoughts about Benedict

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here is a nice short video from the Catholic News Service in which several seminarians at the North American College in Rome reflect on the Holy Father’s papacy. Worth your time to view. Click on the link, then scroll down … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day: Pope Benedict will “Climb the Mountain”

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here is a part of Benedict’s last Angelus address this Sunday noon. It is the quote for the day. “Dear brothers and sisters, I feel that this Word of God is particularly directed at me, at this point in my … Continue reading →

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The Church Divested of Material and Political Burdens – Pope Benedict’s Thoughts

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Deacon Bob

To continue with some of the thoughts I had in my last post, I am posting Pope Benedict’s thoughts about the Church’s need to be liberated from material and political burdens. The following in an excerpt from an address he … Continue reading →

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Random Thoughts on Benedict’s Example

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Yesterday, I conducted a Lenten Day of Reflection for the diaconal community of the Diocese of La Crosse, Wisconsin. We reflected on Evangelization, the New Evangelization, and the Transmission of Faith. I couldn’t help but think if the topics would be ones that the new Holy Father, … Continue reading →

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The Holy Father Steps Down from the Chair for the Last Time

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father, in this 12 minute video, steps down from the chair over the tomb of St. Peter for the last time. The applause and affection of the people are evident in their response to him at the end … Continue reading →

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Pope Benedict’s Reflection on the Second Vatican Council

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Deacon Bob

The Vatican news source is printing the comments the pope made very recently to the Roman clergy. These comments were without notes and were his reflections on the Second Vatican Council, and his involvement in it as a young scholar … Continue reading →

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Nun describes simplicity of Pope’s retirement monastery :: Catholic News Agency (CNA)

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Want to see where Benedict will live after he resigns in two weeks? Take a look at this article in the Catholic News Agency. Looks wonderful. Nun describes simplicity of Pope’s retirement monastery :: Catholic News Agency (CNA).

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Papa Luciani was the Meteor; Papa Ratzinger the Lightening Bolt?

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Deacon Bob

This photo has been making its way around the internet and elsewhere in the past couple of days.  The evening of the announcement that Pope Benedict would resign on February 28, a lightening bolt struck the cupola of St. Peter’s … Continue reading →

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The Resignation of Pope Benedict XVI

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Deacon Bob

I was in the sacristy of the Cathedral of St. Joseph the Workman in La Crosse at 6:15 am today, vesting to assist at Mass when a parishioner entered and said the pope was going to resign. I and the … Continue reading →

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Papa Luciani on Pope Paul VI

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Deacon Bob

As you may know, back last December Pope Benedict declared Pope Paul VI to be Venerable, i.e., he lived a life of heroic virtue. This is a first step toward canonization. There are many in the Church are saying many … Continue reading →

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Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God and the World Day of Peace

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here is the Holy Father’s homily for the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God. As you know, this day is also dedicated to world peace. I truly pray for peace in our communities, families, and among our nations. I … Continue reading →

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