Thursday, April 19, 2012

7th Anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI's Election

It was 7 years ago today that Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger was elected Pope by the College of Cardinals.  Here is a news story of his election as Pope...



In addition, the Unites States of America sent its best wishes to him:

On the Anniversary of the Election of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI

Press Statement
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
April 18, 2012

On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to send best wishes to His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI on the seventh anniversary of his election. Pope Benedict has worked tirelessly to unite people of different beliefs through a shared faith in humanity and peace.

For the past twenty-eight years, the United States and the Holy See have worked together to promote peace, fight hunger, alleviate poverty, and curb the flow of trafficking in persons. On this anniversary, we reflect on all that we have accomplished, and recommit ourselves to the work that remains. Congratulations and best wishes as you continue a historic tradition of tolerance and global understanding.

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