Pope expresses ’solidarity’ with Jews on HolocaustVATICAN CITY - Pope Benedict XVI Wednesday expressed ’solidarity’ with the Jewish people and asked four recently reinstated bishops to adhere to the Second Vatican Council which prescribes brotherly relations with Jews. Pope Benedict offers prayers for Obama’s successVATICAN CITY - Pope Benedict XVI in a telegram has offered US President Barack Obama prayers that God may grant him ‘unfailing wisdom and strength’ in carrying out his new responsibilities. Pope Benedict issues Christmas peace appealVATICAN CITY - Pope Benedict XVI Thursday, in his traditional Christmas Day greeting and Urbi et Orbi message ‘to the city and the world’, expressed hope for peace in the Middle East and other conflict areas. |