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Holy Family Basilica Featured on Papal Christmas Cards

Archdiocese of Barcelona Reveals Popes' Thank You Note

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Benedict XVI's Christmas cards this year will feature the Basilica of the Holy Family, which he himself consecrated in Barcelona last November. A statement Friday from the Archdiocese of …

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UK Keeps Light Burning After Papal Visit

Bishop Says Pope Strengthened Catholic Identity

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Across England and Wales, candles and pictures have been distributed to symbolize the legacy of Benedict XVI's September visit, which lit a light that is still burning strong. Last Wednesday, …

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New Stage Begins After Pope's Visit to Spain

Thank Yous From Bishops of Barcelona, Santiago de Compostela

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In the wake of Benedict XVI's visit to Spain on Nov. 6-7, the bishops of that country believe that a new stage is opening of spiritual renewal, as reflected in the many letters of gratitude …

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Benedict XVI to Visit Germany in 2011

Will Also Take 2-Day Trip to Croatia

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Benedict XVI will visit his native Germany in 2011, which will be the third time he will have visited his homeland since the beginning of his pontificate in 2005. The president of the German …

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Spain Trip Seen as Reinforcing Papal Priority

Father Lombardi, Giovanni Vian Offer Evaluations

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Vatican spokesmen are suggesting that Benedict XVI's two-day trip to Spain reinforced a main objective of his pontificate: presenting the love of God as the priority of existence. This was the …

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The Impact of Benedict XVI's Visit to Spain

Interview With Director of Weekly Newspaper Cataluna Cristiana

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Benedict XVI has had a great impact during his two-day visit to Spain, says Father Jaume Aymar, but now we must reflect on his message more profoundly. The director of Radio Estel and of the …

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Pope to Spain: See You Next Year in Madrid

Reflects on Visit to Compostela and Barcelona

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Holy Father: God's True Temple Is the Person

Says All People Deserve Respect, Affection

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Pope Greets Crowd Upon Arrival to Barcelona

Blesses Youth Gathered Outside Archbishop's Residence

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The square in front of the Cathedral of Barcelona vibrated Saturday evening with the cheering of thousands as Benedict XVI's car arrived at the archbishop's residence, and with his spontaneous …

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Aide: Pope Dedicated Holy Family With "Special Intensity"

Father Lombardi Comments on Pope's Spain Trip

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When Benedict XVI dedicated Barcelona's Church of the Sagrada Familia (Holy Family), he did so with a "special intensity," aware of the significance of the event, says a Vatican spokesman. …

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Pope's Address at End of 2-Day Spain Trip

"I ... Came to Strengthen My Brothers and Sisters in the Faith"

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Here is the address Benedict XVI delivered today at the departing ceremony held at the Barcelona International Airport, which marked the end of the Pope's two-day trip to Santiago de …

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Holy Father's Words at Charity "Nen Deu"

"Every Man and Woman Is a True Sanctuary of God"

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Here is the address Benedict XVI delivered today upon visiting the "Obra Benefico-Social Nen Deu" (social charity God-Child) in Barcelona. * * * Your Eminence, Dear Brother Bishops, Dear …

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Benedict XVI's Q-and-A En Route to Spain

3 Trips to Nation "Is a Sign of Love"

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Here is a translation of ZENIT's unofficial transcription of the press conference Benedict XVI participated in with journalists aboard his flight on Saturday to Santiago de Compostela, Spain. …

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Pontiff Calls Sagrada Familia a "Catechesis"

Says Family Is "Hope for Humanity"

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On the Sagrada Familia

"A Hymn of Praise to God Carved in Stone"

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Here is a translation of the address Benedict XVI gave today before praying the midday Angelus together with those gathered at the Church of the Sagrada Familia (Holy Family). The Pope …

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