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About The Papacy

When Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger was elected pope in April 2005, the 117 voting cardinals weighed a number of issues. Was an American Catholic leader considered? More Details


Pope And Politics

As pope, Benedict has taken a number of public stands on controversial issues. More Details


Pope Benedict XVI succeeded arguably the most popular pope of the last century. How does Benedict compare to Pope John Paul II? More Details


Slideshows

Pope Benedict XVI makes his first visit to the United States since ascending to pope. More Details
Special Coverage: Pope's Visit

In his three years as pope, Benedict has visited a handful of nations. More Details


Pope Benedict XVI greets the crowd at St. Peter's Square.
Choosing the name Benedict XVI, Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger is elected pope. More Details

Pope Benedict XVI

He's the head of a worldwide church that has more than 1 billion members, but Pope Benedict XVI is wrestling with serious problems. More Details


Remembering John Paul II

Pope John Paul At Vatican
For 25 years, Pope John Paul II led the Catholic Church throughout the world. He was a bold, charismatic leader who was loved by many. More Details


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