Benedict begins retreat ahead of resignation

Pope Benedict the 16th has begun a week-long private spiritual retreat ahead of his resignation at the end of the month.

Benedict begins retreat ahead of resignation
Mon, 18 Feb, 2013 - 12:00

Pope Benedict the 16th has begun a week-long private spiritual retreat ahead of his resignation at the end of the month.

Benedict and some of his top cardinals will devote this week to daily prayers in a frescoed private chapel in the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican during Lent.

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