As Italy Urges Staying Home, Pope Tells Priests to ‘Get Out’ to Comfort the Sick Currents News 2024-10-13 | As Italy Urges Staying Home, Pope Tells Priests to ‘Get Out’ to Comfort the Sick
Catholic News Headlines for Friday 1/20/23 Currents News 2023-01-21 | The March for Life is back. Roe v Wade may be gone but the battle continues. We have team coverage from the nation's capital to the Diocese of Brooklyn.
Bishop Brennan at March for Life: ‘The Reality in New York is Very Far From a Culture of Life’ Currents News 2023-01-21 | Bishop Robert Brennan attended the 2023 March for Life with parishioners from the Diocese of Brooklyn and he joins Currents News to discuss why the abortion battle is so important at the state level, especially in New York.
March for Life 2023 Hailed As ‘Celebration’ With Much More Work Still to Do Currents News 2023-01-21 | National Correspondent for The Tablet and Crux, John Lavenburg, joins Currents News for a recap of the 2023 March for Life from Washington, D.C.
Catholic News Headlines for Thursday 1/19/2023 Currents News 2023-01-19 | We are one day away from the 2023 March for Life in Washington D.C.A Catholic college is showcasing Jewish artifacts.The price of eggs has more than doubled in the last year.http://netny.tv
Gina Tomes, Program Director of Bethlehem House, on Why March for Life Still Matters Post-Roe Currents News 2023-01-19 | We are one day away from the 2023 March for Life. Gina Tomes will be one of the speakers at the annual pro-life event. Gina is the Program Director of Bethlehem House in Omaha which helps pregnant women in crisis. She tells us why this march is still important in a Post-Roe America.
What Parishioners from the Diocese of Brooklyn Can Expect at March for Life 2023 Currents News 2023-01-19 | National Correspondent for The Tablet and Crux, John Lavenburg, is in Washington D.C. for this year’s March. There’s a change in the route this year after the overturning of Roe. John breaks down what marchers can expect and how the SCOTUS ruling has impacted turnout.
Winners of The Tablet’s ‘Keep Christ in Christmas’ Art Contest Announced Currents News 2023-01-19 | Student winners from across the Diocese of Brooklyn and their families gathered at the Archbishop John Hughes Knights of Columbus Council on Jan. 17 for an awards ceremony and reception honoring their entries in The Tablet’s annual “Keep Christ in Christmas” Art Contest.Before the certificates and cash prizes were handed out, students and their families took time to browse the other winning art entries and explain how they created their submissions.
Cause for Father Capodanno Gets A Lift After Delay, Panel to Probe Sainthood Push Currents News 2023-01-19 | The cause for sainthood for Maryknoll Father Vincent Capodanno, a U.S. Navy chaplain killed ministering to wounded Marines on a Vietnam War battlefield, has moved slightly forward, say those advocating canonization for the man they called the “grunt padre.” Archbishop Timothy Broglio of the Archdiocese of the Military Services, USA, will appoint a three-member historical commission to help address issues that have slowed the canonization cause for Father Capodanno, who was a native of Staten Island. Father Capodanno died in September 1967 while helping wounded U.S. Marines and sailors during a pitched battle against communist troops. His heroism earned him the Medal of Honor, and his cause for canonization opened in 2002.
Tablet’s Editor Emeritus to Greet Parishioners at Book Signings Currents News 2023-01-19 | For Ed Wilkinson, it was a trip down memory lane.Wilkinson, editor emeritus of The Tablet, who spent 50 years covering the Diocese of Brooklyn, has authored a book, “Chasing Church News,” featuring photos he has taken over the past five decades — including shots of world-famous figures like Mother Teresa and everyday Catholics celebrating their faith in the diocese.Wilkinson debuted “Chasing Church News” at Bishop Brennan’s Christmas Luncheon in December and is set to embark on a book-signing tour of the diocese. His first stop will be Our Lady of Angels Church in Bay Ridge, his home parish, on Sunday, Jan. 29, after the 9 a.m. Mass.
Eagle Scout Credits Catholic Priest with Being a Major Influence in His Life Currents News 2023-01-19 | Michael Palumbo recently became an Eagle Scout and says he has a Catholic priest to thank for helping him get there. His project to earn the distinction involved restoring seating and storage areas of the local little league ball field. Michael began his scouting career in 3rd grade, but he credits Monsignor Theo Joseph from St Ephrem's Parish in Dyker Heights as a huge influence in his life. Monsignor Joseph even gave the invocation and closing prayer at the scout ceremony. Michael also got a letter of congratulations from the Bishop of Brooklyn.
This 81-Year-Old Parishioner Has an Eight Year Streak of Attendance at March for Life Currents News 2023-01-19 | Mary Ruane has thought of everything. In a backpack she has water bottles, Band-Aids and necessities – the things she’ll need for March for Life.She's ready to head down to Washington D.C. on Friday and march for hours with more than 100,000 other people who believe life is sacred."It's thousands, they just keep coming when you get up to the hill they're still coming, no one can really express how it makes you feel, it just makes me so happy that there's hope in the world,” she said.Mary's attended March for Life many times over the years, but she currently has an eight year streak going. At 81-years-old, the march isn't easy for her, but she says it's worth it, to show up for every single soul that's been lost to abortion.
Catholic News Headlines for Wednesday 1/18/2023 Currents News 2023-01-18 | Preparations are underway for this weekend's March for Life in Washington D.C.Mayor Eric Adams wants to expand access to abortion in New York City.The winners of The Tablet's "Keep Christ in Christmas" art contest have been announced.http://netny.tv
This Former Teacher at Our Lady of Lourdes Got a New Kidney - A Student She Taught Made it Happen Currents News 2023-01-18 | “This is NYU Kidney Transplant, I’m calling this morning to say we have a kidney for you.” It was the call Debra Molloy was waiting for and she missed it, but now she forever has a memory of the moment her life changed."My emotions were running the gamut, I was going from disbelief to crying to calling people who were then shocked and rushing around because I was trying to pack a bag, I didn't have anything ready,” she said.Debra's recovering from transplant surgery. She got the call that NYU Langone had a kidney for her and was in a hospital gown less than three hours later. Most people are on the list for three to five years, Debra was on it for five months."People who knew the story were praying, it's amazing how prayer works and I know it works,” she said.Last year when Debra found her kidney disorder would require a transplant, she turned to Christine Whalen, her former first grade student at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Academy and now great friend.
Catholic News Headlines for Tuesday 1/17/23 Currents News 2023-01-17 | A New York City police officer is in the hospital after being shot in the arm in the Bronx overnight.A four-year-old boy in a diaper was caught on camera waving a loaded gun.We told you recently about a former student at Our Lady of Lourdes school in Queens Village who's been helping her first-grade teacher find a kidney donor - she found one!http://netny.tv
How the Diocese of Brooklyn Honored and Remembered Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Currents News 2023-01-17 | Martin Luther King Jr. was a civil rights icon that preached a message of nonviolent resistance. King organized hundreds of protests, marches and speeches that helped to bring about landmark legislation and change the course of this country. MLK Day was observed on Monday, Jan. 16.In the Diocese of Brooklyn, more than 100 people came to St. Kevin’s in Flushing to discuss racism in the church and keeping Dr. King’s spirit alive. There was a panel discussion with input from the audience, followed by a prayer service.
Catholic News Headlines for Monday 1/16/2023 Currents News 2023-01-16 | Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the Diocese of Brooklyn is commemorating the civil rights leader with a prayer service led by Bishop Robert Brennan.New York City Mayor Eric Adams has wrapped up a trip to the southern border.A dramatic rescue caught on camera in California.http://netny.tv
Mayor of Rome: The Jubilee is a Moment of Extraordinary Importance for the City Currents News 2023-01-16 | Rome is preparing for the Jubilee of 2025, an extraordinary event that brings a large increase in pilgrims to the Eternal City.As a result, Roman authorities announced the first phase of the special plan that calls for an investment of almost 2 billion dollars to carry out 90 different projects.“It is a moment of extraordinary importance that puts us as the Italian state and as the city of Rome in the condition of a great responsibility of having to favor support, help this event with all our commitment and all our strength,” said Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri.Public transportation, both buses and metro, are undergoing improvement projects, and spaces around the Vatican will be renovated. As always for major occasions, exclusive spaces will be set aside for private buses carrying pilgrims from all over Italy and the world.The Italian government expects the scheduled works to be completed on time. This will prevent any problems that may arise from mafia groups, which sometimes happen when the State allocates money to specific projects.“For me, experience shows that the more the schedule is maintained, the less successful mafia-like organizations are in delaying, stopping or suspending our efforts,” said Undersecretary, Presidency of the Council of Ministers Alfredo Mantovano.The Jubilee Years are a real test for the city of Rome as they bring more pilgrims than usual. The 2000 Jubilee saw an increase of 7.4% more tourists with a total of 25 million in one year.More details about the plan for the 2025 Jubilee, including the security details, will be announced in the coming months. The 2016 Jubilee was marked by a strong police and military presence due to the threat of ISIS and radical group attacks throughout Europe.
Catholic News Headlines for Friday 1/13/23 Currents News 2023-01-13 | The search continues for two vandals who destroyed a nativity.Another set of classified documents were found, this time in President Biden’s car.A survivor of the Miracle on the Hudson sits down to discuss a new book he’s written.http://netny.tv
How March for Life is Moving Forward After Roe was Overturned Currents News 2023-01-13 | There are new details about the March for Life that kicks off on January 20th.This year’s event is being billed as next steps, coming off the landmark victory with the Dobbs decision. The focus of the demonstration will pivot from the overturning of Roe v Wade, to restoring a culture of life across America. Some other changes during this year's march:• -In honor of the Dobbs victory, pro-lifers will walk past congress acknowledging that lawmakers now hold a critical role in this post Roe America. • -The march will end between the Capitol building and the Supreme Court, giving witness to the two branches the inherent dignity of the human person in the womb.Contact Christian Rada, the Director of Marriage, Family Formation and Respect Life Education for the Diocese of Brooklyn if you want to attend.CHRISTIAN RADA(718) 965-7300, EXT 5541 CRADA@DIOBROOK.ORG
New York City Nurses Strike Comes to an End Amid Union Agreement Currents News 2023-01-13 | The New York State Nurses Association union reached a deal in the middle of the night, Thursday with the Mount Sinai and Montefiore Health Systems. The nurses are happy with the agreement that will add staff and give pay raises.
Catholic News Headlines for Thursday 1/12/23 Currents News 2023-01-12 | Thousands of New York City nurses are heading back to work.Flight delays and cancellations have spilled into a second day.The House passed two pro-life measures.http://netny.tv
Catholic News Headlines for Wednesday 1/11/2023 Currents News 2023-01-11 | Pope Francis is expressing his sadness over the death of Australian Cardinal George Pell.Mayor Eric Adams' idea to direct emergency responders to involuntarily hospitalize homeless people with severe mental illness is getting some pushback.If you're catching a flight today, you may want to call ahead.http://netny.tv
St. John’s Bread & Life Reacts to Mayor Adams’ Homeless Directive Currents News 2023-01-11 | Sr. Marie Sorenson and Sr. Caroline Tweedy are in charge of St. John’s Bread & Life's operation. Both have experienced clients in mental crisis. If they feel someone on line is a danger to themselves or others, they call 9-1-1, sometimes help is refused, but soon that might not be an option. Late last year, Mayor Eric Adams announced an expansion of resources and guidance to a directive to involuntarily hospitalize homeless in crisis.
ANALYSIS: After George Pell, They Broke the Mold for Catholic Cardinals Currents News 2023-01-11 | In reaction to the surprise death of Cardinal George Pell of Australia on Jan. 10, it’s likely that a good deal of media attention will focus on the impact of the conservative wing of the Catholic Church, coming as it does hard on the heels of the recent passing of Pope Benedict XVI.That’s fair enough since Pope Benedict was, in a sense, the Thinker-in-Chief for conservative Catholicism, while, especially in the English-speaking realm, Cardinal Pell was more akin to its field general. He was a born battler, a former Australian Rules Football star, and the son of a heavyweight boxing champion, who could translate Pope Benedict’s lofty defense of Catholic orthodoxy into the hurly-burly of both secular and ecclesiastical politics.
Cardinal George Pell, A Giant In More Ways Than One, Dies at 81 Currents News 2023-01-11 | One of the Catholic Church’s most towering figures, Australian Cardinal George Pell, who was acquitted of child sexual abuse and was once a top aide in Pope Francis’ financial reform efforts, died late Tuesday in Rome due to a complication after a routine surgery, sources say. He was 81.Sources close to Cardinal Pell told Crux that he suffered complications following a minor procedure at Salvator Mundi hospital in Rome and passed away shortly before 9 p.m. local time.According to the source, Cardinal Pell will be flown back to Australia following his Vatican funeral, and he will be buried in St. Mary’s Cathedral in Sydney, where he served as archbishop for 13 years before moving to the Vatican.In addition to being one of the Catholic Church’s tallest prelates, Cardinal Pell was also one of the most influential.
Catholic Foundation Helps Hundreds Of ‘Pilgrims’ Attend World Youth Day Currents News 2023-01-11 | More than 350 young adults from the Diocese of Brooklyn are expected to attend World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal, but each will have to pay a hefty sum — nearly $5,000 — to do so.To attend the Aug. 1-7 pilgrimage, each of the diocese’s 357 participants must pay $4,530. They’ll no doubt need help to raise that money, and that’s where the Catholic Foundation for Brooklyn and Queens can help.Now in its 25th year, the foundation supports many projects, including parish priorities, Catholic Migration Services, and youth evangelization efforts. This year, its directors set aside $150,000 to help 21 parishes cover as much as half of the travel costs for their WYD pilgrims.
Miracle on the Hudson Survivor: ‘God Put Me On That Plane For A Reason’ Currents News 2023-01-11 | The Miracle on the Hudson - it's a day most of us will never forget, but especially those who were on the flight.All of them survived, including Dave Sanderson, who just published a new book called ‘From Turmoil to Triumph.’Sanderson joins Currents News to discuss his life after US Airways Flight 1549 and the lessons he learned from the harrowing ordeal.
Catholic News Headlines for Tuesday 1/10/2023 Currents News 2023-01-10 | Young people around the globe are getting excited for World Youth Day With Pope Francis.New York Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her state of the state address today from Albany.Remember the miracle on the Hudson? It was nearly 14 years ago when that plane landed in the Hudson River.http://netny.tv
Transitional Deacon Samuel Mwiwawi Ordained in the Diocese Of Brooklyn Currents News 2023-01-10 | The Diocese of Brooklyn will soon have a new priest.Samuel Mwiwawi was ordained a transitional deacon at St. Bernard of Clairvaux in Brooklyn on Saturday.Hundreds gathered for the future father who for the last year and a half has been ministering to Catholics young and old to bring Christ into their lives.He even learned sign language so he can converse with the parish’s deaf community.Bishop Robert Brennan ordained Deacon Samuel, and said he hopes the deacon’s devotion inspires others.
Prayer Is Real: Buffalo Bills Damar Hamlin Recovers From Near-Fatal Hit Currents News 2023-01-10 | Buffalo Bills football player Damar Hamlin has united the nation and the world in prayer, supporters said at a Jan. 9 community vigil held in the injured NFL player's hometown of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania."We live in a world where it's becoming godless," said Tre Tipton, CEO of a Pittsburgh-based mental health coaching firm and a former wide receiver for the University of Pittsburgh. "Damar got the whole world to pray. God allowed Damar to get the whole world to pray."Hamlin, a safety for the Buffalo Bills, collapsed Jan. 2 after tackling Cincinnati Bengals receiver Tee Higgins during a routine play. According to a statement by the Buffalo Bills, the 24-year-old safety suffered a cardiac arrest following the hit.Medics worked for 10 minutes to restore Hamlin's heartbeat as Bills team and staff members knelt in a tight prayer circle around him. Hamlin was admitted to the University of Cincinnati (UC) Medical Center, initially sedated and on a ventilator.
Catholic News Headlines for Monday 1/9/2023 Currents News 2023-01-09 | Police are investigating after two vandals destroyed a nativity scene outside of a Queens church.More than seven thousand nurses at two major private hospitals in New York City went on strike today.President Joe Biden visited the U.S. Mexico border for the first time as commander in chief.http://netny.tv
President Biden Didn’t Meet With Migrants During First Border Visit Currents News 2023-01-09 | President Joe Biden is facing criticism after his first presidential visit to the U.S. border with Mexico.He met with local officials and border patrol agents in El Paso, Texas. Biden also toured a migrant center, but didn’t see or meet with any migrants.
Parishioners ‘Horrified’ After Vandals Destroy Nativity in Queens Just Hours Before the Epiphany Currents News 2023-01-09 | Vandals struck twice at St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church on the night of Jan. 5, ransacking the creche.The criminal mischief was discovered the night before the Feast of Epiphany after two people smashed through plexiglass and tore down the decorations on a nativity outside the church in Jamaica. They returned later and desecrated statues.On Sunday, hundreds filled the pews for Mass at St. Nicholas Of Tolentine Church for an Epiphany celebration to present gifts to Jesus, closing out the Christmas season.Parishioners walked out of Mass and past what they say was a shocking scene.
Pilgrims Can Now Pray at Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s Tomb Currents News 2023-01-09 | Pilgrims can now pray at Pope emeritus Benedict XVI's tomb. On Sunday, the Vatican opened the Crypt of the Popes for pilgrims to visit. To access the Crypt, pilgrims enter St. Peter's Basilica and go to the central point—the Altar of Confession, which covers the remains of St. Peter. This altar is covered by Bernini's majestic "baldacchino."Then, pilgrims head down a flight of stairs to reach the Crypt of the Popes, where the Pope emeritus and several of his predecessors are buried.
Pope Baptizes Babies, Urges Parents to Teach Them to Pray Currents News 2023-01-09 | Telling parents and godparents to teach their little ones to pray from the time they are small, Pope Francis baptized 13 babies in the Sistine Chapel as their older brothers and sisters looked on -- or got away and ran around.With his knee apparently improving, Pope Francis walked with a cane from his seat to a lectern to give his homily standing -- something he has not done at a public Mass for months -- and rolled up his sleeves and stood at the font as he poured water over the heads of the infants, children of Vatican employees.
Catholic News Headlines for Friday 1/6/2023 Currents News 2023-01-06 | Remembering Pope Benedict XVI – a look back at the solemn funeral in St Peter’s Square.A memorial Mass was offered for Benedict in the Diocese of Brooklyn yesterday.The abortion pill can now be found at your local pharmacy.Video of an analyst on ESPN praying on the air is making the rounds on social media.http://netny.tv
Priests Look to Pope Benedict’s Legacy as a Theologian for Inspiration Currents News 2023-01-06 | There is no doubt that Benedict will be remembered as a Pope that changed the church. He was also a professor. The pontiff dedicated his life to learning and teaching and some of those lessons even reached and changed the lives of those in Brooklyn.
Pope Francis at Mass on Epiphany: God is Found in the Restlessness of Questions Currents News 2023-01-06 | The Vatican's Epiphany Mass began with this entrance procession accompanied by the hymn Adeste Fideles.Groups from around the world dressed in traditional attire were also present for the Mass.At the beginning of the celebration, Pope Francis invited Christians to follow the example of the Magi who went to adore the baby Jesus.
Diocese of Brooklyn Offers Mass to Honor Life of Pope Benedict XVI Currents News 2023-01-06 | The Diocese of Brooklyn celebrated a Mass in honor of the late Pope Benedict XVI, on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at the Cathedral Basilica of St. James.Auxiliary Bishop Neil Tiedemann was the main celebrant of the Mass, which was concelebrated by about 20 priests of the diocese.Five deacons were also on hand, along with students from nearly all of the Catholic high schools in the diocese.“Today, we believe that the promise that Jesus makes to us, the souls of the just, are in his hands. Benedict is with Him. We are told that we are children of God, but what we shall be we don’t know. But we will see God as He is, and we will become like Him. You and I will become like Him, but we pray this morning our brother Benedict, our shepherd, sees God as He is,” preached Bishop Tiedemann.
Currents News Special Coverage: The Funeral Mass of Pope Benedict XVI Currents News 2023-01-05 | Currents News presents special coverage of the Funeral Mass of Pope Benedict XVI on Thursday, January 5. Anchor Christine Persichette is joined by Father Frank Tumino, Editor Emeritus of The Tablet Ed Wilkinson, and correspondents from the Vatican.
Currents News LIVE: The Funeral Mass of Pope Benedict XVI Currents News 2023-01-05 | Currents News has LIVE coverage of the Funeral Mass of Pope Benedict XVI on Thursday, January 5 starting at 2:30 a.m. EST on NET-TV. Anchor Christine Persichette will be joined by Father Frank Tumino, Editor Emeritus of The Tablet Ed Wilkinson, and correspondents from the Vatican. Fios by Verizon Ch. 48, Optimum Ch. 30, Spectrum Ch. 97, and streaming on netny.tv
Will Pope Benedict’s Death Open the Door to New Rules for Retired Popes? Currents News 2023-01-03 | With the passing of Pope Benedict XVI, the question has been raised anew as to whether Pope Francis will now issue new protocols for a pope who steps down from office, as many have speculated.The anomaly of the whole idea of an “emeritus pope” has been clear for the past decade, and even the details of Pope Benedict’s death and funeral arrangements are providing fresh reminders.For one thing, there was no symbolic smashing of the “fisherman’s ring,” as Pope Benedict’s was already destroyed when he became the first pope to resign from the papacy in 600 years in 2013. No death bells tolled at his passing, and no formal announcement was made by a Vatican official, although the Vatican’s regular bells, which usually toll every quarter of an hour, have been silent since Pope Benedict’s passing at 9:34 a.m. on New Year’s Eve.
Funeral Mass for Pope Benedict XVI Will Be Based on a Papal Funeral Currents News 2023-01-03 | The Jan. 5 funeral Mass for Pope Benedict XVI will be a papal funeral with a few changes to fit with the fact that he was not the reigning pope and has not left behind a “sede vacante.”“The liturgical celebration follows the model of a funeral service for a supreme pontiff, broadly speaking,” Matteo Bruni, director of the Vatican press office, told reporters Jan. 3.While based on a traditional papal funeral, he said, it will have “some new elements that give the rite its originality and some missing elements, which are those that are more pertinent to a reigning pontiff.”For example, there are no final prayers offered by representatives of the Diocese of Rome and of the Eastern Catholic churches, since those prayers are specific to the death of a reigning pope, who is bishop of the Diocese of Rome and is in communion with the leaders of the Eastern-rite churches.
Pope Benedict XVI Made History During 2008 Visit to United States Currents News 2023-01-03 | The Tablet was there to cover it all, the nose of an Al Italia jet came around the corner and into a private hangar in a remote area of John F. Kennedy International Airport. Ed Wilkinson, Editor Emeritus of the Tablet first saw the Holy Father from behind the lens of his camera."It only lasted for about ten minutes and it was supposed to be a non-event but for those of us there it was really thrilling,” he said.Before he made it to New York, he met with survivors of clergy sex abuse in Washington D.C. The closed-door meeting was a first step in acknowledging the evil and restoring trust in the Church.
Thousands Pay Last Respects to Pope Benedict in St. Peters Basilica Currents News 2023-01-03 | A quiet hush covered the vast expanse of St. Peter's Square even though it was filled with thousands of people slowly winding their way around the colonnade into St. Peter's Basilica to pay their last respects to the late Pope Benedict XVI.Outdoor souvenir sellers were well-stocked with rosaries Jan. 2, but they seemed to have been caught off guard with a plethora of touristy tchotchkes and few to no images or mementos of the late pope.A damp chill hung in the air at 9 in the morning when the doors of the basilica opened to the public on the first of three days to view the pope's body.
Bishop Brennan: Benedict ‘Put You at Ease Immediately Currents News 2023-01-03 | The Bishop of Brooklyn, Robert Brennan, was there when Benedict came to the big apple.He met with the Pope Emeritus multiple times over the years, and they had several personal conversations.Pope Benedict was the pontiff who first appointed Bishop Brennan an Auxiliary Bishop for the Diocese of Rockville Centre in 2012.
Catholic News Headlines for Tuesday 1/3/2023 Currents News 2023-01-03 | Preparations are underway at the Vatican as the world says goodbye to Pope Benedict XVI.The retired pontiff's funeral will be Thursday morning in St Peter's Square, presided over by Pope Francis.Right now, Benedict is lying in state in St Peter's Basilica.http://netny.tv
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI has Died at Age 95 Currents News 2022-12-31 | Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI has just passed away. He was 95 years old.The world closely monitored the situation of the Pope emeritus after Pope Francis asked for prayers at the end of his General Audience.Subsequently, the Holy See Press Office confirmed that "in the last few hours" there had been "a worsening" of the Pope emeritus' health "due to his advanced age." They emphasized that the situation was "under control, constantly being monitored by doctors." But, eventually he passed away.As pope, Joseph Ratzinger took the first steps to confront the sexual abuse crisis in the Church. He was the first pope to meet with abuse victims. He also took disciplinary measures against Fr. Marcial Maciel, founder of the Legionaries of Christ.Pope Benedict XVI is known as the "pope theologian" who offered profound and critical reflections on secularization. Specifically, he focused a great deal on confronting individualism and relativism.However, the most unexpected and surprising moment of his pontificate was his resignation.His spokesman, Fr. Federico Lombardi, published this reflection five years after the event:"Sometimes I ask myself, 'If he wouldn't have resigned and would've continued his service, what could he do with the strength he has now, five years after the resignation?' He couldn't do almost anything expected of a pope. He can't travel, participate in public ceremonies, hold long meetings or study difficult decisions. It's evident he did the right thing, that he did the most sensible thing for God and for mankind."After his resignation, Pope Benedict XVI greatly limited his public appearances. He spent his days at the Mater Ecclesiae monastery. He left only once to visit his brother Georg on his deathbed in Germany.
Saying Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI is ‘Very Sick,’ Pope Francis Calls for Prayers for Predecessor Currents News 2022-12-28 | Pope Francis Wednesday thanked retired Pope Benedict XVI for his silent service to the church and asked the faithful to offer special prayers for his predecessor, who, Pope Francis said, is “very sick.”Speaking during his Dec. 28 General Audience, Pope Francis said, “I would like to ask you all to say a special prayer for Pope Emeritus Benedict, who, in silence, is supporting the Church: remember him, he is very sick, asking the Lord to console him and support him in this witness of love for the Church until the end.”
Currents News Special Edition: A Look Back at 2022 Currents News 2022-12-23 | This past year hasn't been quiet but during chaos there have been moments to pray.All year long Catholics have been standing up for the most vulnerable: from the womb, beyond the border and welcoming the stranger.It’s a time for change so next year can be the revival.This is a Special Edition of Currents News: A Look Back at 2022.http://netny.tv
