He’s getting old. Getting old doesn’t signify any lack of faith.
What this shows is humility.
Agreed. I'm not Catholic but I find it impressive.
Yes, great humility.
I dearly love Benedict. He has been a great wind blowing the corruption out of the church.
May the Holy Spirit continue to renew His church in the election of the new pastor of pastors.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.
V. Send forth your Spirit, and they shall be created.
R. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
Let us pray.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen
Since there are no obvious choices for Benedicts replacement, the Holy Spirit will let us know.