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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 2013

Page

13

Pope Benedict XVI resigns shocking Catholic Church

Pope Benedict XVI announces resignation in Latin during a Vatican meeting effective February 28 at 8 pm local time. The move shocks observers as he hints the age and strength of mind and body limit his ability to lead a 1.2 billion member church. Cardinal Schoenborn and Cardinal Vingt-Trois weigh in on implications for a rapid conclave and future selection.

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Benedict XVI resigns first pope to quit since 1415

Vatican report outlines Benedict XVI as a shy bookworm who chose to resign for the good of the Church. The pope cited age and illness as factors, saying popes must step down if unable to carry on. Cardinal Angelo Scola comments on the surprising decision and future leadership.

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