Benedict XVI, cooperator of Truth

01/05/2005

The window of the study in the Apostolic Palace opens after the death of John Paul II with best wishes to Orthodox Churches that celebrate Easter today. The Holy Father Benedict XVI speaks about the Feast Day of Saint Joseph the Worker and jokes with the faithful in the square. He greets ACLI delegations attending the service and prays that there may be employment for those who need it that is dignified. After the Regina Cli, his thoughts turn to the people of Togo, "torn by painful domestic strife".

29/04/2005

Underground Church prays Benedict XVI may visit China

27/04/2005

First papal audience on Benedict, a name that is a plan for Europe's reconciliation and renaissance

27/04/2005

Korean hopes and expectations for the new Pope

An emergent Church hopes for a man who understands the drama of a divided country. Secular media focus on Benedict XVI.

26/04/2005

Large numbers of South Koreans attend mass for Benedict XVI

The service was attended by every bishop in the country as well as political leaders and leaders from other religions. For Mgr Choi, papal power and authority cannot be interpreted in socio-political terms.

26/04/2005

In the face and words of the Pope the humility of Christ, says Bishop of Mosul

Hope, joy and prayers among Christians in Iraq follow the election of Benedict XVI. We are waiting for him to visit our country; he will be the Pope of unity, they say.

25/04/2005

Indonesians "discover" a different Pope from the one seen on TV

Benedict XVI's words and deeds surprise Catholics, Muslims and Hindus: he is a friend, a promoter of peace.

24/04/2005

St Peter crowded with 500,000 people for Benedict XVI's installation mass

First solemn mass for Benedict XVI. More than 140 delegations and 500,000 faithful present.

24/04/2005

Benedict XVI: "Not my own will, but with the whole Church, to do the word and will of the Lord"

Benedict XVI does not present a "programme of governance" but, with the whole Church, must live the zeal of Christ towards "the deserts of the world": only love saves from destructive power and violence. "There is nothing more beautiful than to know Christ and to speak to others of our friendship with Him." An appeal to unity: "So there shall be one flock, one shepherd". To young people: "Do not be afraid of Christ. He takes nothing away, and he gives you everything."

24/04/2005

Benedict XVI, humble, will give his life for the Church

First reactions among Asian students in Manila to the mass inaugurating the new pontificate.

24/04/2005

India: Neither conservative nor progressive, this Pope is centred on the faith in Christ

24/04/2005

Chinese priest: "Best wishes, Holy Father; we pledge our fidelity"

Thanks to a last minute decision, part of the inaugural mass was broadcast via satellite. No comments on official sites.

23/04/2005

Prayers and good will for the new Pope

23/04/2005

Pope thanks journalists for their work

Benedict XVI says that "media can respond to God's plan only by keeping in mind the need to respect the human person".

22/04/2005

Pope knows and is known in our country, says Card Kim

Cardinal will ask Benedict XVI to create a second Korean cardinal to help evangelise the North.

22/04/2005

Taiwanese delegation arriving for Benedict XVI's mass

22/04/2005

Benedict XVI's first audience with the College of Cardinals

22/04/2005

Benedict XVI: a name rooted in Europe, mission and ecumenism

21/04/2005

Chinese Prime Minister reaffirms pre-conditions for relations with Vatican

21/04/2005

New Pope, an intellectual giant and the right man for the times

Mgr Percival Fernandez, Secretary General of the Bishops' Conference of India, enthusiastically comments the election of Benedict XVI.

21/04/2005

Mother Teresa to be canonised under Benedict XVI, says Sister Nirmala

21/04/2005

Catholic movements praise Benedict XVI

Focolari movement, Communion and Liberation and the S. Egidio community send joyful messages to the new Pontiff.

21/04/2005

Indonesian Muslims believe Pope will build bridges to other religions

21/04/2005

New Pope, a unwavering defender of the integrity of the faith, says Bishop Zen

21/04/2005

The smoke screen of China's preconditions for relations with the Holy See

China requests to pope Benedict XVI, to cut relations with Taiwan and not interfere in its internal affairs are simply a diplomatic blunder.

20/04/2005

Benedict XVI, implementing the Second Vatican Council in a globalised society

20/04/2005

Indian Bishops: Ratzinger's profound faith in young people's thirst for God

Enthusiastic comments from bishops and theologians about the election of Benedict XVI: great news which will encourage inter-religious dialogue. The widespread desire for spirituality needs clear-cut direction.

20/04/2005

Metropolitan Kondrusiewicz: "With Benedict XVI, the Church has awakened to new life."

Message of Alexei II: "Now as never before the world has need of our common witness."

20/04/2005

Korean Catholics, Buddhists and Protestants greet new Pope

20/04/2005

Catholics hope for a Pope who combines tradition and openness to dialogue

19/04/2005

White smoke signals new Pope

19/04/2005

Joseph Ratzinger elected new Pope

In his first words as Pontiff, Pope Benedict XVI invokes Mary, "the Most Holy Mother who is with us."

19/04/2005

Pope Benedict XVI: a biography

19/04/2005

India: "Catholics promise the new Pope their love and obedience"

19/04/2005

"Today the Holy Spirit manifested itself in the Church"

Father Samir Khalil Samir, S.J., shares with AsiaNews his thoughts on the election of new pope Benedict XVI.

19/04/2005

Catholics in China: "We know him from his books. We love Benedict XVI s humility"

Catholics waited up late into the night to follow the outcome of the Conclave on Internet and satellite t.v. They are now praying to welcome the Pontiff to Beijing one day.