Benedict XVI Leaves Vatican

Gives Last Papal Blessing to Crowds at Castel Gandolfo

Rome, February 28, 2013 (Zenit.org) Kathleen Naab | 2204 hits

During his last general audience Wednesday, Benedict XVI invited firm trust in the Lord, "like children in the arms of God." The serenity of that trust has been reflected on his face today, …

Exempting Oneself From Conclave Requires Decision Made in 'Good Conscience'

Cardinals Traditionally Obligated to Participate

Rome, February 26, 2013 (Zenit.org) Kathleen Naab | 1634 hits

Rome is already beginning to welcome the 115 voting cardinals, as well as many of the 91 cardinals who are already too old to vote but who will participate in the congregations prior to the …

Alone on Valentine's Day?

Author Offers Advice for Singles on Celebrating Day of Love

Steubenville, Ohio, February 14, 2013 (Zenit.org) Kathleen Naab | 1801 hits

If you look at reviews of Emily Stimpson's 2012-release guidebook for Catholic single women, you'll see that people love this book and the advice it contains -- all kinds of people, not just …

Pope Explains What Conversion Means as Lent Begins

Uses Example of Dorothy Day; Says in Modern Society, Conversion Must Be Repeatedly Affirmed

Vatican City, February 14, 2013 (Zenit.org) Kathleen Naab | 2834 hits

Benedict XIV began Wednesday's public audience with a few words about his shocking announcement that he is stepping down from the See of Peter at the end of this month. He asked for continued …