Pope Benedict XVI Dies

This morning the Vatican announced the death of Pope Benedict XVI. Let us pray for the repose of his soul as we give thanks to God for Pope Benedict’s lifetime of ministry to the people of God.
 

“With sorrow I inform you that the Pope Emeritus, Benedict XVI, passed away today at 9:34 in the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in the Vatican. Further information will be provided as soon as possible.”
 

Statement of Matteo Bruni

Director of the Holy See Press Office