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The 'job' of the pope is to be the spiritual leader and Vicar of Christ for the Catholic Church. Pope Benedict XVI is now retired and spends his days praying, reading and writing. As Pope Emeritus, he has no official role in the governance of the Church.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoThere have been 15 popes named Benedict so you need to be specific.
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∙ 9y agoPope Benedict XVI is currently (2013) retired and continues to live in Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in the Vatican as Pope Emeritus. He has no official role in the Church.
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∙ 9y agoBenedict XVI is retired and no longer has a role in the administration of the Church. Should Pope Francis need advice I am certain that Benedict would make himself available.
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∙ 8y agoPope Emeritus Benedict XVI is retired and has no official duties in the Catholic Church.
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When was Pope Benedict given his role?
He was elected as pope on April 19, 2005.
What musical instrument does the pope play?
Pope Benedict XVI plays the piano.
What number pope is Benedict XVI?
Pope Benedict XVI was the 265th pope.
Is Pope Benedict the 111th Pope?
Pope Benedict XVI was the 265th pope.
Who is Pope Benedict named after?
St. Benedict and Pope Benedict XV.
Who was pope in 1977?
John Paul II
Pope Benedict XVI is which numbered pope?
Pope Benedict XVI was the 265th pope.
What number pope is Pope Benedict XVI?
Pope Benedict XVI was the 265th pope.
What number pope was Pope Benedict XVI?
Pope Benedict XVI is the 265th pope.
Who is the successor of pope Benedict the XVI?
Pope Benedict followed Pope John Paul II as pope.
What musical instrument does Pope Benedict XVI play?
He plays the piano.
Did the pope play guitar?
I have found no reference to any pope playing the guitar. However, Pope Benedict XVI is an accomplished pianist.
