Pope Benedict XVI, who passed away a year ago, is remembered by many for his profound impact on their lives and faith. Individuals, including Bishop Barron and Sohrab Ahmari, expressed their admiration and gratitude for his teachings and influence on their decision to convert to Catholicism. Pope Benedict XVI's love for Christ and the Church, as well as his significant accomplishments, were highlighted by Bishop Barron. The Pontifex also conveyed affection, gratitude, and admiration for the late Pope, stating that he blesses and accompanies them from Heaven. Many expressed how Pope Benedict XVI's books and teachings had a profound effect on their lives, with some attributing their current paths to his inspiration.
“It [is] difficult to evade the conclusion that the state into which the Church has fallen over the last decade would have been avoided had Benedict remained our spiritual father until death.” On the death of Pope Benedict XVI, from the blog archives: https://t.co/oXFeyuManp https://t.co/Z6f4NqivNV
Friends, Pope Benedict XVI’s life was extraordinary. I’ve reflected on him and his work many times over. Though hardly comprehensive, a collection of reflections and resources on Pope Benedict XVI can be seen here: https://t.co/AKzI5D8MFL
I’m not sure I would be doing what I’m doing now if it weren’t for him. His books had a profound effect on my life. He will live on. Continue to inspire and to give many of us strength. There can hardly be a life lived better… https://t.co/OjU8JSzYG5
A year ago, Pope Benedict XVI ended his early journey, after having lovingly and wisely served the Church. We feel so much affection, gratitude and admiration for him. He blesses and accompanies us from Heaven.
Friends, earlier today Pope Benedict XVI passed away and entered into his eternal reward. Pope Benedict’s accomplishments are endless, his love for Christ and the Church unending, and his impact immeasurable. My reflection on Pope Benedict XVI: https://t.co/tfpD3tvNah
Pope Benedict XVI's teaching was hugely influential on me and my decision to convert to Catholicism. Here's the tribute I wrote for the NYT when he died last year. https://t.co/7DgmTmTlBN
Pope Benedict XVI died on this day last year. We took this photo when we visited his grave to pray for him some months later. May he rest in peace 🙏 https://t.co/aVPGMeRWC0
Of all the things said by #BenedictXVI who died a year ago today, this is the most powerful for me: “We are not some casual and meaningless product of evolution. Each of us is the result of a thought of God. Each of us is willed, each of us is loved, each of us is necessary.”