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Statement on the Passing of His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

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December 31, 2022 

Statement on the Passing of His Holiness
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

(MANCHESTER, NH) - The Most Reverend Peter A. Libasci, Bishop of Manchester, issued the following statement on the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI:

“Today our vigil comes to a close as we mark the passing into Eternal Life of His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. His Faith is made plain for all to read. His many writings, many of which are highly academic and demonstrate the importance of precise language and well-reasoned thinking, and also many spiritual writings that are easy for anyone to understand and appreciate for their simple human touch.

God sent into the world one who knew simple joys, tragic sufferings and the presence of Jesus crucified, risen from the dead and always among us. As a Successor of Saint Peter, the first pope, His Holiness, our Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, led the flock of the Good Shepherd through dark valleys of conflict and suffering, to the restful waters of Holy Mass, and green pastures of doctrinal truths explained.

Completing his life on earth in the quiet simplicity of his later years, our brother has fallen asleep in the Lord. May he rest in the peace of Christ whom he followed in Faith and may many come with him and through his example to the joy of Eternal Life.”

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