Benedict is "deeply grateful for the understanding, support, and prayers" VATICAN CITY, Feb. 27, 2013— -- On his final full day as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Benedict XVI ...

Pope Benedict XVI walks in the gardens of his summer residence on July 26, ... which takes place June 22 from the Basilica of St. John Lateran to the Basilica of St. Mary Major.

Bush Embraces Pope Benedict XVI. In unusual gesture, president left White House to meet the pope when he landed. By ABC News. April 15, 2008, 10:25 AM.