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Benedict Says He Prayed To God Not To Be Elected Pope
Pope Benedict says God didn't listen to him when he prayed during last week's conclave not to be elected to head the Catholic church. More

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Ratzinger Elected Pope

Choosing the name Benedict XVI, Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger is elected pope. More

Papal Conclave Begins

The Funeral Of Pope John Paul II

John Paul II's Body Moved To Basilica

The World Mourns Pope's Death

Pope John Paul II Dies After Long Illness

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Pope Benedict XVI Holds First Mass

In his first Mass as pope, the former Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger promised "concrete acts" to reunify all Christians, saying unity is his "primary task." More

New Pope Enters Papal Apartments

Pope Benedict XVI enters his new living quarters for the first time. More

Ratzinger Becomes Pope Benedict XVI

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Papal Conclave Begins