THE Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) recalled on January 1, 2023 the acts and teachings of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI even as they offered prayers for the...
THE Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines recalled on January 1, 2023 the acts and teachings of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI even as they offered prayers for the late former Pontiff.
In a statement, CBCP President Bishop Pablo David said all Filipino bishops are one in praying for the soul of Benedict XVI, who passed away on Saturday, December 31, at the age of 95."Eternal rest grant unto Joseph Ratzinger, Pope Benedict XVI, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him," he added."He began his episcopacy with a profoundly theological encyclical entitled Deus Caritas Est ," said David.
On December 31, Benedict XVI passed away quietly at 9:34 a.m. just days after it was revealed that he was “very ill.” Benedict XVI's death came almost 10 years since he retired as Pontiff in February 2013, citing his advanced age and his lack of strength to fulfill his mandate as reasons.SunStar website welcomes friendly debate, but comments posted on this site do not necessarily reflect the views of the SunStar management and its affiliates. SunStar reserves the right to delete, reproduce, or modify comments posted here without notice. Posts that are inappropriate will automatically be deleted.
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