Pope Benedict to step down
CBC News gives you the latest updates on the surprise announcement from Pope Benedict, who says he will resign on Feb. 28 due to his advancing age and health.
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Prime Minister Stephen Harper's statement on the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI:
“Laureen and I were shocked early this morning to learn that declining health had prompted His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI to renounce his office.
“His Holiness has dedicated his life to serving God and his faith. He has been a faithful steward, and will be missed.
“A renowned scholar and theologian, Pope Benedict will always have a special place in the hearts of Canadians. It was during his papacy that two of our own, Saint Brother André Bessette and Saint Kateri Tekakwitha were canonized and Archbishop Thomas Collins of Toronto was elevated to the College of Cardinals.
“In 2009 my family and I were honoured to have an audience with this deeply spiritual man and to hear his words of faith, hope and charity. Laureen and I join all Canadians in wishing Pope Benedict well in the future."
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Parishioners pray for #Pope Benedict at St. Hedwig's Cathedral in Berlin. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BC1_AvYCYAAHmJ9.jpg
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Timeline - The legacy of Pope Benedict XVI: www.cbc.ca
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Papal resignation: surprise and gratitude for service §RV http://rv.va/j1eEtCby Vatican - news via twitter 2/12/2013 8:00:26 AM -
Rabbi Rosen: Pope Benedict committed to Catholic-Jewish relations §RV http://rv.va/9aAa6nby Vatican - news via twitter 2/13/2013 8:32:35 AM
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Indian Cardinal: Pope's decision shows his love for the Church §RV http://rv.va/tCBsczby Vatican - news via twitter 2/13/2013 3:04:37 PM
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Pope on Ash Wednesday: It is never too late to return to God §RV http://rv.va/b8vNeGby Vatican - news via twitter 2/13/2013 4:54:38 PM
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Questions of Faith: Do we really have to fast during Lent?
§RV http://rv.va/F383Qrby Vatican - news via twitter 2/13/2013 5:42:37 PM
