Daily Archives: February 25, 2013

Is this the face of the next Pope?

Posted on February 25, 2013 by mmvc61

The BBC’s Rome correspondent thinks he could be in with a shot. Or at least, Pope Benedict XVI seems to favour him. His name is Gianfranco Ravasi (aged 70), only appointed Cardinal in 2010. Based on his record, Ravasi appears … Continue reading →

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Pope Benedict: Truth and beauty go together

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

(Vatican Radio) Pope Benedict on Saturday concluded the “spiritual exercises” which mark the beginning of Lent at the Vatican. This year’s reflections were offered by Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi, president of the Pontifical Council for Culture. At the end of the … Continue reading →

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