Father And Joe

Pope Benedict XVI funeral was on January 5th 2023. In this episode we discuss the unique things about Pope Benedict XVI and the Papacy as Pope. Episode TimeLine:00:00 Questions and Legacy of Pope Benedict XVI03:03 What is the role of the Pope?06:30 The Importance of the Office of Doctrine for Catholics08:57 The Catholic Church is a Living Body11:34 The Rarest of Exceptions When a Pope Does Not Die In Office15:37 The Dangers of Not Having the Pope Retire in This Modern Age16:54 Impressions a the Vatican from a Lay Member of the Faith19:34 Speculations on Why Pope Benedict XVI Retired21:28 The Eternal City Rome – Reflections 23:08 Pope Benedict XVI Choice to Intentionally Be Different Than Pope John Paul II24:59 What are the Actually Reasons Pope Benedict XVI Retired?26:48 The Difference of Pope Benedict XVI Funeral Compared to the Other Popes29:01 Preview of the Next EpisodeThe podcast Father and Joe brings us, as individuals, closer to the Holy Spirit and His Church.Seek Peace. Be Open to God and Love. Learn