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21:21Now PlayingPerhaps no individual shaped the modern Catholic Church like Pope Benedict XVI, first as a priest and theologian at the Second Vatican Council, then as a bishop and cardinal working closely alongside Pope John Paul II, then as pope, historically resigning eight years after his election. George Weigel, a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and the author of multiple books on contemporary Catholicism, discusses Joseph Ratzinger's unique influence and extensive collaboration with John Paul II, ushering the church into the 21st century.
*NoteAn investigation into sexual abuse in the Archdiocese of Munich and Freising released Jan. 21, 2022 found that Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI had mishandled cases of clergy sexually abusing minors during his time as Archbishop of Munich. Here's what you need to know about this story
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