
Pope Benedict XVI funeral: Another moment in history for the ancient institution
The former Pope will be laid to rest on Thursday in the heart of the Church to which he devoted his whole life.
The former Pope will be laid to rest on Thursday in the heart of the Church to which he devoted his whole life.
Pope Francis didn't elaborate on the condition of Benedict XVI, 95, who resigned as pontiff in February 2013, becoming the first pope to retire in 600 years.
On Monday, the Pope arrived at the site of a former residential school and gave his address to thousands of Indigenous people.