Person: Gregory XII

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Who’s next?

With Pope Benedict XVI’s sudden resignation, his successor faces a difficult task with a Church seen by many as outdated, and a papal bureaucracy deeply flawed, writes TP O’Mahony

Sat, 02 Mar, 2013

Taoiseach pays tribute to Pope's 'strong leadership'

Taoiseach Enda Kenny has paid tribute to Pope Benedict XVI today following the pontiff's decision to resign.

Mon, 11 Feb, 2013

Thousands flock to papal party

PRIESTS and presidents, pilgrims and politicians arrived in Rome from around the world yesterday to fete an ailing Pope John Paul as he prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of his historic pontificate today.

Thu, 16 Oct, 2003