February 15, 2013

Pope's Resignation; Analysis of Papal Resignation; Papal Succession

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February 15, 2013 Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

Premiered February 15, 2013

February 15, 2013

In the wake of the surprise announcement that Pope Benedict will resign at the end of February, we examine the legacy of his papacy, discuss the role of his successor, and explain the centuries-old process of selecting the next pope. We also asked prominent Catholics and other religious leaders to share their thoughts.

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Watch our conversation about the future of the Catholic Church after Pope Benedict.

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Analysis of Papal Resignation

Benedict XVI says he is stepping down “for the good of the church.”

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Pope's Resignation

Father Mark Morozowich says the church needs a new pope who is a man of the world.

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Papal Resignation and Succession: "We Need a Superman"

Rabbi David Saperstein reflects on Pope Benedict's impact on Jewish-Catholic relations.

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Papal Resignation and Succession: A Jewish Perspective

He says that Pope Benedict XVI leaves a "positive" legacy for Christians and Muslims.

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Papal Resignation and Succession: A Muslim Perspective

Sister Maureen Fiedler talks about her hopes for the next pope.

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Papal Succession: "Bring Women to Full Equality"

The Catholic Association's Maureen Ferguson shares her thoughts about the next pope.

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Papal Succession: "Move the Church into the Future"

Watch clips of a 1999 interview with the late Jewish philosopher David Hartman.

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Rabbi David Hartman, 1931-2013

Catholic University professor Christopher Ruddy talks about the changing role of the pope.

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Papal Succession: “Rethink What the Pope Should Be Doing”

We spoke with Catholics about their reaction to the news that Pope Benedict will resign.

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Papal Resignation and Succession: Lay Catholic Reaction

The Roman Catholic Church has a centuries-old process to elect the next pope.

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Papal Selection

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