Pope to Resign: Arlington Bishop Reacts to Announcement
Most Rev. Paul S. Loverde says decision reflects "spirit of serenity."
Pope Benedict XVI decision to resign at the end of the month reflects a spirit of serenity, according to the Most Rev. Paul Loverde, Bishop of Arlington. “As I reflect on the life and ministry of Pope Benedict XVI, I am unfailingly impressed by his serenity; a quiet, peaceful yet certain manner of speaking and acting," Loverde said in a statement Monday. "This serenity is rooted in his deep faith in the Lord Jesus, a faith that underlies hope and leads to love of God and neighbor" Woodbridge Reacts to Pope's Planned Resignation At 85-years-old, Benedict surprised the world early Monday morning with the announcement that his health wouldn't allow him to continue in his role leading the Catholic Church. "Thinking of the welfare of the …
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Fred Rash
11:31 am on Monday, February 11, 2013
Wow! Even though I don't agree with everything he says, I think he earned that job. It will be interesting to see who comes next. more ›