My top 10 favourite quotes from the new Apostolic Exhortation “Christ Lives”

Thursday, April 4, 2019

Allyson Kenny

Do you have a favourite quote from Pope Francis' new exhortation? Allyson Kenny shares ten quotes that touched her heart the most.

Benedict in Benin: Day 3 Recap & Reflection

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Andrew Santos

There are no words to describe how incredibly uplifting these past few days have been. Not only has it been uplifting for the people of Benin but for Africa and the universal Church, as a whole. Following in the footsteps of his predecessor, Blessed John Paul II, Pope Benedict set out on a mission. It […]

Pope Benedict XVI says farewell to Benin

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Andrew Santos

The following is Pope Benedict XVI’s farewell address, as delivered at the Cardinal Bernardin Gantin International Airport. Mr President, Your Eminences, Your Excellencies, Distinguished Authorities and Dear Friends, My Apostolic Journey to Africa has now come to an end. I thank God for these days spent among you in joy and friendship. I thank you, […]

Benedict in Benin: Day 2 Recap

Saturday, November 19, 2011

Andrew Santos

Smiles, cheers, waves and speeches! That’s the kind of day it’s been for Pope Benedict XVI and Vatican officials as day 2 of his apostolic voyage to Benin comes to a close. The Holy Father made his first address of the day to members of the Benin government, diplomatics corps and representatives of Benin’s major […]

Pope to Benin government: ‘Be Confident and rise up!’

Saturday, November 19, 2011

Andrew Santos

Pope Benedict began Day 2 of his apostolic journey in Benin when he met with President Yani Bono, diplomatic corp members and those of the government. This all took place in the Presidential Palace in Cotonou. In his address, the Holy Father used the symbol of a hand in speaking about religious diversity in the […]

What would you ask the Pope?

Friday, November 18, 2011

Andrew Santos

In the course of history, Popes have not been known for hosting press conferences. But on special occasions, such as apostolic voyages, Pope Benedict takes the time and effort to answer some of the many questions he receives from reporters who travel with him as part of his entourage. This happened again today during the […]