Documents and Speeches by Year

a.d. 2008 – 2009

Documents (663)TypeAuthorDateAscending
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God and 41ˢᵗ World Day of Peace English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.01.01
Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.01.06
To the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See for the traditional exchange of New Year Greetings English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 diplomacy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.07
To Fr. Peter-Hans Kolvenbach on the occasion of the 35ᵗʰ General Congregation of the Society of Jesus English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Jesuits 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.01.10
For the 16ᵗʰ World Day of the Sick (2008) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 sick 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.01.11
Feast of the Baptism of the Lord English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.01.13
Discourse to La Sapienza University of Rome English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 reason   university 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.17
To an ecumenical delegation from Finland for the feast of St Henrik, Patron of Finland English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Finland   Lutheran Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.18
To members of the Conference of Latin Bishops in the Arab Regions on their ’ad Limina’ visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Djibouti   Iraq   Palestine   Somalia   Syria 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.18
To the Diocese of Rome on education English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 education   Rome 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.01.21
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Congregation for Catholic Education English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 education 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.21
To members of the Ordinary Council of the General Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 synod 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.21
For the 42ⁿᵈ World Communications Day (2008) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 communication 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.01.24
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Slovenia on their ’ad Limina’ visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Slovenia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.24
To the Patriarch of Antioch for Syrian Catholics English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Syrian Church 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.01.25
To members of the Joint Working Group between the World Council of Churches and the Catholic Church English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 ecumenism 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.25
To participants in the Study Conference sponsored by the Pontifical Council for Legislative Texts English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 canon law 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.25
Conclusion of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2008 English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 ecumenism 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.01.25
Granting a special faculty for the celebration of the Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle in the Jubilee Year bimillennium of his birth English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)

 St. Paul 

DecreeCongregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments2008.01.25
To the Prelate Auditors, Officials and Advocates of the Tribunal of the Roman Rota English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.26
To participants in the inter-academic Colloquium on ’The changing identity of the individual’ sponsored by the Académie des Sciences of Paris and by the Pontifical Academy of Sciences English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 science 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.28
To participants in the Plenary Session of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.01.31
To the Bishops of the Ukrainian Church on their ’ad Limina’ visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Ukrainian Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.01
To the Roman Major Seminary on the occasion of the Feast of Our Lady of Trust English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 seminary 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.01
On the occasion of the visit to the Roman Major Seminary on the Feast of Our Lady of Trust English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 seminary 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.02.01
Responses to questions on the validity of baptism with certain formulas English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)

 baptism 

DocumentCongregation for the Doctrine of the Faith2008.02.01
For the 12ᵗʰ Day of Consecrated Life (2008) English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 religious 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.02.02
For the 12ᵗʰ Day of Consecrated Life (2008) English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 religious 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.02
On the prayer used on Good Friday English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Triduum 

NoteSecretariat of State2008.02.04
Ash Wednesday English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.02.06
Lenten meeting with the Clergy of the Rome Diocese English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 priest   Rome 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.07
To the Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Costa Rica on their ’ad Limina’ visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Costa Rica 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.08
To participants in the International Conference ’Woman and Man, the Humanum in Its Entirety’, promoted by the Pontifical Council for the Laity on the 20ᵗʰ anniversary of the Apostolic Letter Mulieris dignitatem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 woman 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.09
To members of the Executive Council of the Union of Superiors General (USG) and of the Executive Council of the International Union of Superiors General (UISG) English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 religious 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.18
To the Bishops of Cuba on the occasion of the 10ᵗʰ anniversary of the Journey of John Paul II English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cuba 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.02.20
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Serbia to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Serbia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.21
To the Fathers of the General Congregation of the Society of Jesus English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jesuits 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.21
To the Diocese of Rome for the presentation of the ’Letter on the urgent task of educating young people’ English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Rome   youth 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.23
Pastoral visit to the Parish of Santa Maria Liberatrice at Monte Testaccio in Rome English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Rome 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.02.24
To participants in the Conference on the theme ’Close by the Incurable Sick Person and the Dying: Scientific and Ethical Aspects’, promoted by the Pontifical Academy for Life on the occasion of the 14ᵗʰ General Assembly English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 sick 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.25
Final Declaration of Annual Meeting of the Joint Committee for Dialogue of the Permanent Committee of Al-Azhar for Dialogue among the Monotheistic Religions and the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue English

 inter-religious dialogue 

DeclarationPontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2008.02.26
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of El Salvador, on their ’ad Limina’ visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 El Salvador 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.28
To the new Ambassador of the United States of America to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.02.29
To the Salesian Rector Major, on the occasion of the 26ᵗʰ Salesian General Chapter English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Salesians 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.03.01
To the Bishops of Guatemala on their ’ad Limina’ visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Guatemala 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.06
To participants in the course on the Internal Forum organized by the Tribunal of the Apostolic Penitentiary English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 penance 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.07
To members of the Pontifical Committee for Historical Sciences English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 history 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.07
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Council for Culture English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 culture 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.08
Visit to the Church of San Lorenzo in Piscibus for the 25ᵗʰ anniversary of the San Lorenzo International Youth Centre English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Rome   youth 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.03.09
To members of the Episcopal Conference of Haiti on their ’ad Limina’ visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Haiti 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.13
Penitential Celebration with the Youth of the Diocese of Rome in preparation for the 23ʳᵈ World Youth Day English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 youth 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.03.13
To the new Ambassador of Bolivia to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Bolivia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.14
To the new Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Greece 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.15
Palm Sunday - 23ʳᵈ World Youth Day English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 youth 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.03.16
Mass in suffrage of Most Rev. Paulos Faraj Rahho, Chaldean Archbishop of Mossul English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Chaldean Church   Iraq 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.03.17
For the funeral mass for Chiara Lubich, foundress of the Focolare Movement English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Focolare 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.03.18
Chrism Mass English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.03.20
Mass of the Lord’s Supper English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.03.20
At the end of the Way of the Cross English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.21
Easter Vigil English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.03.22
Urbi et Orbi Message for Easter Sunday 2008 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Easter 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.03.23
To participants in the Salesian General Chapter English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Salesians 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.03.31
For the 3ʳᵈ anniversary of the death of the Servant of God Pope John Paul II English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.04.02
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Council for the Family on the theme Grandparents: Their Witness and Presence in the Family English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 family 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.05
To participants in the International Congress organized by the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and the Family English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 family 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.05
To the Bishops of the Antilles on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Caribbean 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.07
In memory of the witnesses to the faith who died during the 20ᵗʰ and 21ˢᵗ centuries held in the Basilica of St. Bartholomew on Tiber Island English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.04.07
Video-Message to Catholics and people of the United States of America on the occasion of the upcoming Apostolic Journey to USA English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.04.08
For the International Study Seminar promoted by the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace on the theme: ’Disarmament, development, and peace. Perspectives for holistic disarmament’ English Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 war 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.04.10
For the 1ˢᵗ centenary of Frat English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 France 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.04.12
To the Jewish community on the occasion of the feast of Pesah English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jews 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.04.14
Interview of the Holy Father during the flight to USA English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.15
Welcoming ceremony at the White House in Washington English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.16
Celebration of Vespers and meeting with the American Bishops at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.16
Responses to the questions posed by the American Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.16
Joint declaration between the Holy See and the Office of the President of U.S.A. after the private meeting between Benedict XVI and George W. Bush English

 USA 

Joint DeclarationSecretariat of State2008.04.16
Meeting with Catholic educators at the Catholic University of America in Washington English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.17
Meeting with representatives of other religions at Pope John Paul II Cultural Center of Washington English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 inter-religious dialogue   USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.17
Meeting with representatives of the Jewish community in Washington English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jews   USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.17
Mass at the Washington Nationals Stadium English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.04.17
Address of the Holy Father to the General Assembly of the United Nations Organization in New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 United Nations 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.18
Greetings to the staff and the personnel of the United Nations in New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 United Nations 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.18
Meeting with representatives of the Jewish community at Park East Synagogue in New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jews   USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.18
Ecumenical prayer service at St. Joseph’s Parish in New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 ecumenism   USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.18
Meeting with young people having disabilities at St. Joseph Seminary in Yonkers, New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 disabled   USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.19
Meeting with young people and seminarians at St. Joseph Seminary in Yonkers, New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 seminary   USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.19
Mass for the Universal Church with priests, men and women religious in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.04.19
Prayer during the visit to Ground Zero in New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.20
Farewell ceremony at John Fitzgerald Kennedy International Airport of New York English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.20
Mass at New York’s Yankee Stadium English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.04.20
On poverty, trade and development to the member States of the UN Conference on Trade and Development English

 trade 

NoteSecretariat of State2008.04.20
To bishops of China

 China 

Curial LetterSecretariat of State2008.04.22
To members of the Pontifical Biblical Commission English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.23
To Bishops of Southern Caucasus on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Armenia   Azerbaijan   Georgia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.04.24
Mass of ordination of priests in the Diocese of Rome English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 priest 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.04.27
To the Buddhists for the Feast of Vesakh 2008 English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Buddhists 

MessagePontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2008.04.29
Joint declaration of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue and the Centre for Inter-religious Dialogue of the Islamic Culture and Relations Organisation (Tehran, Iran) at the conclusion of the 6ᵗʰ Colloquium English

 Muslims 

Joint DeclarationPontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2008.04.30
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Cuba on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cuba 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.02
For the 14ᵗʰ Plenary Session of the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 social 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.03
To members of Italian Catholic Action on the occasion of the 140ᵗʰ anniversary of its foundation English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.04
To members of the Pontifical Swiss Guards English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.05
Concert performed by the China Philharmonic Orchestra and the Shanghai Opera House Chorus English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 China   concert 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.07
To the Patriarch and Bishops of the Greek-Melkites English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Greek-Melkite Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.08
To the Catholicos of All Armenians and the bishops accompanying him English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Armenian Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.09
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Hungary on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Hungary 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.10
To participants in the International Conference promoted by the Pontifical Lateran University on the 40ᵗʰ anniversary of the Encyclical Humanae Vitae English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 pro-life 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.10
Special Indulgences conceded for the 2000ᵗʰ year of the birth of St. Paul the Apostle English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)

 indulgence   St. Paul 

DecreeApostolic Penitentiary2008.05.10
On the occasion of the 97ᵗʰ Deutscher Katholikentag English

 Germany 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.05.11
For World Day for Missions 2008 English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 mission 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.05.11
Mass on Pentecost Sunday English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.05.11
The Word of God in the Life and Mission of the Church / The service of authority and obedience English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)InstructionCongregation for Institutes of Consecrated Life and for Societies of Apostolic Life2008.05.11
12ᵗʰ Ordinary General Assembly – 2008 English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)

 Bible   synod 

Instrumentum laborisGeneral Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops2008.05.11
To members of the Italian Pro-Life Movement English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 pro-life 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.12
To the Ambassador of Israel to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.12
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Itinerant People English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 migrant 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.15
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Thailand on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Thailand 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.16
To participants in the Forum of Family Associations English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 family 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.16
To participants in the meeting of the Superior Council of the Pontifical Mission Societies English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 mission 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.17
To participants in a Study Seminar convoked by the Pontifical Council for the Laity to reflect on the pastoral care of the Ecclesial Movements and New Communities English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 movement 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.17
Mass in Piazza del Popolo, Savona English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.05.17
Meeting with the Cathedral’s Chapter and with members of Consecrated Life during the visit to the Cathedral of St. Lawrence in Genoa English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 religious 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.18
Meeting with young people in Piazza Matteotti, Genoa English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 youth 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.18
Mass in Piazza della Vittoria, Genoa English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.05.18
To Patriarch Alexis II of Moscow and All Russia English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Russia   Russian Orthodox Church 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.05.19
Corpus Christi - Mass and Eucharistic Procession English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.05.22
To participants in the meeting organized by the Pontifical Council for Social Communications English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 communication 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.23
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Albania on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Albania 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.23
Mass in suffrage of Cardinal Bernardin Gantin English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.05.23
To a delegation from Bulgaria on the occasion of the feast of Saints Cyril and Methodius English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bulgaria 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.24
To a delegation from the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia on the occasion of the feast of Saints Cyril and Methodius English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Macedonia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.24
To the General Assembly of the Italian Episcopal Conference English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of Liberia to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Liberia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of the Republic of Uganda to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Uganda 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Tanzania 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of Nigeria to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Nigeria 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Sri Lanka 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of Guinea to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Guinea 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of the Republic of Belarus to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Belarus 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bangladesh 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To the Ambassador of Chad to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Chad 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To new Ambassadors accredited to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.29
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Myanmar on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Myanmar 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.30
For the World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests 2008 English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 priest 

Curial LetterCongregation for Clergy2008.05.30
Celebration at the end of the Marian month of May English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Mary 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.31
To the Ambassador of Guatemala to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Guatemala 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.05.31
For the 3ʳᵈ American Missionary Congress (CAM3) and the Eighth Latin American Missionary Congress (COMLA8) English latine (Latin) español (Spanish)

 mission 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.06.02
To participants in the ’High-Level Conference on World Food Security: the Challenges of Climate Change and Bioenergy’, organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 food 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.06.02
To the Bishops of Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Brunei   Malaysia   Singapore 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.06
To participants in the Tenth Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 inter-religious dialogue 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.07
To participants at the Sixth European Symposium for University Professors español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 university 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.07
Inauguration of the Convention of the Diocese of Rome at the Basilica of St. John Lateran English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Rome 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.09
Letter to delegates and all those attending the Seventh General Assembly of the Catholic Biblical Federation English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Bible 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.06.12
To the Bishops of Bangladesh on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Bangladesh 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.12
Meeting with citizens and young people gathered in Lenio Flacco Square in Brindisi English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.14
Mass in the square in front of the Shrine of Santa Maria de finibus terrae in Santa Maria di Leuca English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.06.14
Meeting with priests gathered in the Cathedral of Brindisi English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.15
Mass at Sant’Apollinare Wharf in the Harbour of Brindisi English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.06.15
To the Ambassador of Cameroon to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cameroon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.16
Letter to Card. Camillo Ruini, Vicar General for the Diocese of Rome on the occasion of the 25ᵗʰ anniversary of his Episcopal Ordination English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Rome 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.06.19
To Bishops of Pakistan on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Pakistan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.19
To participants in the International Catholic Radio Congress organized by the Pontifical Council for Social Communications English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 radio 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.20
Antiqua ordinatione latine (Latin)
Promulgating proper law for the Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatura
Motu ProprioPope Benedict XVI2008.06.21
To young people for the 49ᵗʰ International Eucharistic Congress English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Eucharistic Congress 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.06.21
Homily delivered via satellite on the occasion of the closing Mass of the 49ᵗʰ International Eucharistic Congress in Québec English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Eucharistic Congress 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.06.22
Greetings on the occasion of the publication of this first edition of L’Osservatore Romano in the Malayalam language English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 India 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.25
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Honduras on their ad Limina visit español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Honduras 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.26
To the Ambassador of Gabon to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Gabon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.26
To the Officials of the Vicariate of Rome English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Rome 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.27
To Bishops of Hong Kong and Macao on their ad Limina visit English Italiano (Italian)

 Hong Kong   Macau 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.27
To the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople on the occasion of the Solemnity of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul and for the opening of the Pauline Year English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Ecumenical Patriarchate   St. Paul 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.28
First Vespers of the Solemnity of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 St. Paul 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.06.28
Indulgences conceded for the 23ʳᵈ World Youth Day English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)

 indulgence   youth 

DecreeApostolic Penitentiary2008.06.28
Reform of the Higher Institutes of Religious Sciences English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 education 

DocumentCongregation for Catholic Education (for Seminaries and Educational Institutions)2008.06.28
Solemnity of Sts Peter and Paul - Homilies of the Holy Father and the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Ecumenical Patriarchate   metropolitan 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.06.29
To the Bishops’ Conferences on the use of the sacred tetragrammaton as ’The Name of God’

 Bible 

Curial LetterCongregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments2008.06.29
Guidelines for the Use of Psychology in the Admission and Formation of Candidates for the Priesthood English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 seminary 

DocumentCongregation for Catholic Education (for Seminaries and Educational Institutions)2008.06.29
Video-message to the members of the Episcopal Conference of Colombia English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Colombia 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.06.30
To the Metropolitan Archbishops who received the Sacred Pallium on the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 metropolitan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.06.30
Resources for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2009 English español (Spanish) français (French)

 ecumenism 

DocumentPontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity2008.06.30
To the people of Australia and to the young pilgrims taking part in World Youth Day 2008 English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia   youth 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.07.04
For the ’Day of the Holy See’ at Expo Zaragoza 2008 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 water 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.07.10
Interview of the Holy Father during the flight to Australia English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.12
For Sea Sunday 2008

 sea 

MessagePontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Itinerant People2008.07.13
Welcoming celebration by the young people at Barangaroo, East Darling Harbour of Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.17
Welcoming ceremony at Government House of Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.17
Meeting with a group of disadvantaged young people of the rehabilitation community of the University of Notre Dame in the Church of the Sacred Heart in Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.18
Meeting with representatives of other religions in the Chapter Hall of St. Mary’s Cathedral in Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.18
Ecumenical meeting in the Crypt of St. Mary’s Cathedral in Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.18
Vigil with the young people at Randwick Racecourse in Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.19
Mass with the Australian bishops, seminarians and novices at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.07.19
Meeting with benefactors and organizers of the 23ʳᵈ World Youth Day at the Reception Hall of Cathedral House and in the Chapter Hall of St. Mary’s Cathedral English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.20
Mass for the 23ʳᵈ World Youth Day at Randwick Racecourse, Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.07.20
Farewell ceremony at the International Airport of Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.21
Greeting to the volunteers of the 23ʳᵈ World Youth Day in the Domain of Sydney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.07.21
For the 30ᵗʰ anniversary of the death of Pope Paul VI English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.07.26
Visit to the birth house of Saint Josef Freinademetz in Oies - Val Badia Italiano (Italian)

 China 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.08.05
Meeting with the clergy of the Diocese of Bozen-Brixen English Italiano (Italian)

 priest 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.08.06
Mass at the Pontifical Parish of Saint Thomas of Villanova in Castel Gandolfo Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.08.15
For the 95ᵗʰ World Day of Migrants and Refugees (2009) English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 migrant   refugee 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.08.24
Why the Concept of Brain Death is Valid as a Definition of Death English

 pro-life 

DocumentPontifical Academies of Sciences2008.09
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Nicaragua on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Nicaragua 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.06
Meeting with priests, seminarians and students of the Pontifical Theological Faculty of Sardinia gathered in the Cathedral of Cagliari English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.07
Meeting with the young people of Sardinia gathered in Yenne Square English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.07
Mass in the esplanade in front of the Shrine of Our Lady of Bonaria English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.09.07
SMS Message to the young people, fifty days after the celebration of the final Mass on the occasion of World Youth Day 2008 English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia   youth 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.09.08
Dignitas Personæ English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)
On certain bioethical questions

 bioethics 

InstructionCongregation for the Doctrine of the Faith2008.09.08
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Paraguay on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Paraguay 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.11
Interview of the Holy Father during the flight to France English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.12
Meeting with authorities of State at the Elysée Palace in Paris English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.12
Meeting with representatives of the Jewish community English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France   Jews 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.12
Meeting with representatives from the world of culture at the Collège des Bernardins in Paris English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 culture   France 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.12
Greeting to young people gathered in the esplanade in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France   youth 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.12
Celebration of Vespers with priests, religious, seminarians and deacons gathered at Notre-Dame Cathedral English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.09.12
Mass on the Esplanade des Invalides in Paris English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.09.13
Torchlight procession in Rosary Square English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France   Lourdes 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.09.13
Meeting with the French Bishops in the Hemicycle Sainte-Bernadette English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.14
Meditation during the Blessed Sacrament Procession in the Prairie English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France   Lourdes 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.14
Mass on the occasion of the 150ᵗʰ anniversary of the Apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Prairie English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France   Lourdes 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.09.14
Farewell ceremony at the Airport of Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées in Lourdes English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.15
Mass on the occasion of the 150ᵗʰ anniversary of the Apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Lourdes English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France   Lourdes 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.09.15
To the new Ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bosnia and Herzegovina 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.18
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Panama on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Panama 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.19
To the Muslims for the Feast of Ramadan 2008 English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Muslims 

MessagePontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2008.09.19
To Bishops recently appointed taking part in a seminar sponsored by the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 bishop 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.20
Mass and Dedication of the Altar in the Cathedral of Albano English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.09.21
To the Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Russian Orthodox Church 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.09.22
To Bishops recently appointed taking part in a seminar sponsored by the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 bishop 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.22
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Uruguay on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Uruguay 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.26
To the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.27
To participants at a Meeting sponsored by the Youth Tourist Centre and the International Office for Social Tourism English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 tourism 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.09.28
To participants in the International Congress entitled ’Humanae Vitae: A Topical and Prophetical Encyclical Letter’ English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 pro-life 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.10.02
To Bishops of Central Asia on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Kazakhstan   Kyrgyzstan   Tajikistan   Turkmenistan   Uzbekistan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.02
Official Visit of Pope Benedict XVI to H.E. Mr Giorgio Napolitano, President of the Italian Republic English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.04
Mass for the Opening of the 12ᵗʰ Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bible   synod 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.10.05
Meditation of the Holy Father during the first General Congregation of the 12ᵗʰ Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bible 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.06
Missale Romanum (2008) / Roman Missal (2008)
editio typica tertia emendata

 liturgy   Mass 

Liturgical BookCongregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments2008.10.06
Mass on the 50ᵗʰ anniversary of the death of Pope Pius XII English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.10.09
For the 28ᵗʰ World Food Day (2008) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 food 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.10.13
Address during the 14ᵗʰ General Congregation of the 12ᵗʰ Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bible 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.14
To Bishops of Ecuador on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Ecuador 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.16
To participants in the International Congress promoted by the Pontifical Lateran University on the 10ᵗʰ anniversary of the Encyclical Fides et Ratio English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 reason 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.16
To the Ecumenical Patriarch on the occasion of the celebration of First Vespers of the 29ᵗʰ Sunday of Ordinary Time in the Sistine Chapel English Italiano (Italian)

 Ecumenical Patriarchate 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.18
Vespers for the 12ᵗʰ General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2008.10.18
Recitation of the Holy Rosary at the Pontifical Shrine of Pompeii English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.19
Mass in the Square in front of the Pontifical Shrine of Pompeii English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.10.19
To participants in the 110ᵗʰ National Congress of the Italian Surgery Society English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 medical 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.20
At the conclusion of the 12ᵗʰ Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bible   synod 

MessageGeneral Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops2008.10.24
Final List of Propositions of the 12ᵗʰ Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops Italiano (Italian)

 Bible   synod 

Relatio SynodiGeneral Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops2008.10.25
Mass for the conclusion of the 12ᵗʰ Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bible   synod 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.10.26
Conclusion of the 12ᵗʰ Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2008.10.26
Greetings to participants in the Synod of Bishops at the conclusion of luncheon español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.27
To the Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Philippines 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.27
For the 7ᵗʰ centenary of the death of blessed John Duns Scotus English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)

 saint 

Apostolic LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.10.28
To participants in the International Conference on the theme ’The Second Vatican Council in the Pontificate of John Paul II’ English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Vatican II 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.10.28
For the 50ᵗʰ anniversary of the election to the Pontificate of Blessed John XXIII English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.28
To the Hindus on the Feast of Diwali 2008 English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Hindus 

MessagePontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2008.10.28
To the Ambassador of Canada to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Canada 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.30
To a delegation of the International Jewish Committee on Interreligious Consultations English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jews 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.30
To students of the Pontifical Universities of Rome at the beginning of the Academic Year 2008/2009 English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 university 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.30
To participants in the Plenary of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 science 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.31
To participants in the 13ᵗʰ International Conference of the Catholic Fraternity of Charismatic Covenant Communities and Fellowship English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 charismatic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.10.31
To the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Egypt 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.06
To participants in the Seminar organized by the “Catholic-Muslim Forum” sponsored by the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Muslims 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.06
To the Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Lithuania 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.07
To participants in the International Congress sponsored by the Pontifical Academy for Life English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 pro-life 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.07
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of China to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Taiwan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.08
To participants in the congress on The Heritage of the Magisterium of Pius XII and the Second Vatican Council promoted by the Pontifical Lateran University and the Pontifical Gregorian University English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Vatican II 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.08
To Bishops of Bolivia on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Bolivia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.10
To the Ambassador of the Republic of San Marino to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 San Marino 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.13
To participants in the 23ʳᵈ International Conference sponsored by the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Assistance to Health Care Workers on Pastoral Care in the Treatment of Sick Children English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 children   sick 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.15
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Council for the Laity English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 laity 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.15
To the Ambassador of Lebanon to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Lebanon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.17
For the 13ᵗʰ Public Session of the Pontifical Academies Italiano (Italian)

 academy 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.11.24
To the Catholicos of the Armenian Apostolic Church of Cilicia English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Armenian Church   Orthodox Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.11.24
To the Ecumenical Patriarch on the occasion of the Feast of St. Andrew English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Ecumenical Patriarchate 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.11.26
To the President of the Republic of Chile on the occasion of the 30ᵗʰ anniversary of the Pontifical Mediation in solving the controversy between Argentina and Chile English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Argentina   Chile 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.11.29
To the President of the Republic of Argentina on the occasion of the 30ᵗʰ anniversary of the Pontifical Mediation in solving the controversy between Argentina and Chile English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Argentina   Chile 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2008.11.29
First Vespers of the First Sunday of Advent English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.11.29
Vespers on the first Sunday of Advent latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2008.11.29
Pastoral Visit to the Basilica of St. Lawrence Outside the Walls on the occasion of the 1750ᵗʰ anniversary of the martyrdom of St. Lawrence English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.11.30
On the occasion of the Study Day on ’Dialogue between Cultures and Religions’ Italiano (Italian)

 culture 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.12.03
To Bishops of Chile on their ad Limina visit español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Chile 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.04
On the occasion of the death of His Holiness Alexy II, Patriarch of Moscow and of All the Russias English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Russian Orthodox Church 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.12.05
To the Ambassador of Argentina to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Argentina 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.05
To the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.05
To the members of the International Theological Commission English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.05
For the celebration of World Day of Peace 2009 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 peace 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.12.08
Act of Veneration to the Virgin Mary on the occasion of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Mary 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.08
For the 60ᵗʰ anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.10
For Lent 2009 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Lent 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.12.11
Meeting with the Rome’s university students English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 university 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.11
To Bishops of Taiwan on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Taiwan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.12
Visit to the Embassy of Italy to the Holy See - Meeting with the Diplomatic Corps English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.13
To the new Ambassadors accredited to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 diplomacy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of the Fiji Islands to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Fiji 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bahrain 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Kazakhstan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of Tunisia to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Tunisia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of Belize to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Belize 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Madagascar to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Madagascar 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Luxembourg 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Iceland to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Iceland 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Sierra Leone to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Sierra Leone 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Sweden to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Sweden 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Malawi to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Malawi 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To managers and employees of the Vatican Television Centre with their family members English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 television 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.18
To the new Ambassador of the Seychelles to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Seychelles 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.19
To Professors and students of the Pontifical Institute of Christian Archaeology English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 archaeology 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.20
Christmas greetings to the members of the Roman Curia and Prelature English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Roman Curia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2008.12.22
Urbi et Orbi Message for Christmas 2008 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Christmas 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2008.12.25
Christmas - Midnight Mass English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Christmas 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.12.25
Plenary indulgence conceded for the 6ᵗʰ World Meeting of Families, held in Mexico City English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)

 family   indulgence 

DecreeApostolic Penitentiary2008.12.28
Vespers and Te Deum English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2008.12.31
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.01.01
Mass on the Solemnity of Mary, Most Holy Mother of God latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.01.01
Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.01.06
Mass on the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.01.06
To the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See for the traditional exchange of New Year greetings English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 diplomacy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.08
To members of the Neocatechumenal Way of the Rome Diocese English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Neocatechumenal Way 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.10
Feast of the Baptism of the Lord English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.01.11
Mass and Baptism of Children latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.01.11
To Bishops of Iran on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Iran 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.16
To participants at the recitation of the Rosary on the occasion of the Sixth World Meeting of Families held in Mexico City English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 family 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.01.17
Television link-up at the end of Holy Mass for the conclusion of the Sixth World Meeting of Families in Mexico City English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 family 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.18
To the Archbishop of Tarragona for the closing of the Jubilee Year on the 1750ᵗʰ anniversary of the martyrdom of Bishop St. Fructuoso and of the Deacons Sts. Augurio and Eulogio English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Spain 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.01.19
To an ecumenical delegation from Finland for the feast of St Henrik, Patron of Finland English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Finland   Lutheran Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.19
For the 46ᵗʰ World Day for Vocations (2009) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 vocation 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.01.20
Remitting the latae sententiae excommunication pronounced on four bishops of the Fraternity of St. Pius X English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 SSPX   Tridentine 

DecreeCongregation for Bishops2009.01.21
For the concession of ecclesiastical communion to His Beatitude Ignatius Youssif III Younan, Syrian Catholic Patriarch of Antioch English français (French) español (Spanish)

 Syrian Church 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.01.22
To the new Syrian Catholic Patriarch of Antioch English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Syrian Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.23
For the 43ʳᵈ World Communications Day (2009) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 communication 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.01.24
To the Chaldean Bishops on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Chaldean Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.24
Vespers on the Solemnity of the Conversion of St. Paul English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 ecumenism 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.01.25
Vespers on the Solemnity of the Conversion of St. Paul latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.01.25
For the 56ᵗʰ World Leprosy Day (2009) English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 leprosy 

MessagePontifical Council for Pastoral Assistance to Health Care Workers2009.01.25
For the 7ᵗʰ centenary since the beginning of the Roman Pontiffs’ exile in the French city of Avignon latine (Latin)

 France 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.01.26
To the Ambassador of France to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.26
To His Holiness Kirill, Patriarch of Moscow and of All Russia on the occasion of his enthronement English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Russian Orthodox Church 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.01.28
To Prelate Auditors, Officials and Advocates of the Tribunal of the Roman Rota español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.29
To the Bishops of Russia on their ad Limina visit español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Russia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.29
To members of the Joint International Commission for Theological Dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Oriental Orthodox Churches English español (Spanish) français (French)

 ecumenism 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.01.30
For the 17ᵗʰ World Day of the Sick (2009) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 sick 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.02.02
For the 13ᵗʰ Day of Consecrated Life (2009) English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 religious 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.02.02
To Bishops of Turkey on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Turkey 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.02
To the Ambassador of the Republic of Hungary to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Hungary 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.02
For the 13ᵗʰ Day of Consecrated Life (2009) English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 religious 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.02.02
For the 9ᵗʰ centenary of the death of St. Anselm latine (Latin)

 saint 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.02.03
For the millennium of the death of St. Bruno latine (Latin)

 Poland 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.02.04
Concerning the four prelates of the Society of Saint Pius X English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 SSPX 

NoteSecretariat of State2009.02.04
To the Ambassador of Brazil to the Holy See español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Brazil 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.09
Meeting with the sick people on the liturgical memory of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Lourdes on the occasion of the 17ᵗʰ World Day of the Sick English Italiano (Italian)

 sick 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.11
To the Ambassador of Australia to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Australia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.12
To members of the delegation of the ’Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations’ English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Jews 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.12
To Bishops of Nigeria on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Nigeria 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.14
To participants in the Study Convention promoted on the occasion of the 80ᵗʰ anniversary of foundation of the Vatican City State English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Vatican City 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.14
To participants in the 31ˢᵗ Session of the Governing Council of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 agriculture 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.20
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Caribbean   South America 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.20
Visit to the Roman Major Seminary on the occasion of the Feast of Our Lady of Trust English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 seminary 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.20
Pastoral Recommendations of the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America español (Spanish)

 South America 

DocumentPontifical Commission for Latin America2009.02.20
For the 24ᵗʰ World Youth Day (2009) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 youth 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.02.22
To the faithful of Brazil for the Brotherhood Campaign 2009 English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Brazil 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.02.25
Ash Wednesday English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.02.25
Final Declaration of Annual Meeting of the Joint Committee for Dialogue of the the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue and the Permanent Committee of Al-Azhar for Dialogue among the Monotheistic Religions English Italiano (Italian)

 inter-religious dialogue 

DeclarationPontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2009.02.25
Lenten Meeting with the Clergy of the Rome Diocese Italiano (Italian)

 Rome 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.02.26
On the occasion of the returning to the custody of the Patriarchate of Moscow of the Russian Orthodox church of St. Nicholas during a ceremony held in Bari English Italiano (Italian)

 Russian Orthodox Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.01
For the Hispano-American Day in the Dioceses of Spain español (Spanish)

 Spain 

MessagePontifical Commission for Latin America2009.03.01
For the 9ᵗʰ centenary of the death of St. Anselm English latine (Latin)

 Benedictines   saint 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.03.07
Conclusion of the annual Lenten retreat held for the Roman Curia English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.07
Visit to the Monastery of Saint Frances of Rome at Tor de’ Specchi in Rome English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Rome 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.09
Greetings to the city of Rome English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.09
Visit of the Holy Father at the Capitoline Hill English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.09
To the bishops of the Catholic Church concerning the remission of the excommunication of the four Bishops consecrated by Archbishop Lefebvre English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 SSPX 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.03.10
To participants in the 20ᵗʰ edition of the course in the Internal Forum, organized by the Apostolic Penitentiary English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 penance 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.03.12
To the delegation of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel and of the Holy See’s Commission for Religious Relations with the Jews English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jews 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.12
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.13
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Argentina on their ad Limina visit español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Argentina 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.14
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Congregation for the Clergy English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.16
Interview of the Holy Father during the flight to Africa English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.17
Welcome ceremony at Nsimalen International Airport of Yaoundé English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cameroon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.17
Meeting with the Bishops of Cameroon at Christ-Roi Church in Tsinga, Yaoundé English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cameroon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.18
Vespers at the Basilica Marie Reine des Apôtres in Mvolyé, Yaoundé English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cameroon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.18
Meeting with the members of the Special Council for Africa of the Synod of Bishops at the Apostolic Nunciature of Yaoundé English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa   synod 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.19
Meeting with the world of suffering people at Card. Paul Emile Léger Centre - CNRH of Yaoundé English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cameroon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.19
Meeting with representatives of the Muslim Community of Cameroon at the Apostolic Nunciature of Yaoundé English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Muslims 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.19
On the occasion of the publication of the Instrumentum Laboris at Amadou Ahidjo Stadium, Yaoundé, Cameroon English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa   Cameroon 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.03.19
The Church in Africa in Service to Reconciliation, Justice and Peace English français (French) Italiano (Italian)
2ⁿᵈ Special Assembly for Africa – 2009

 Africa   synod 

Instrumentum laborisGeneral Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops2009.03.19
Meeting with the Bishops of Angola and São Tomé at the Chapel of the Apostolic Nunciature in Luanda English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Angola   Sao Tome and Principe 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.20
Meeting with the political and civil authorities and the Diplomatic Corps at the Presidential Palace in Luanda English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Angola 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.20
Welcome ceremony at 4 de Fevereiro International Airport of Luanda English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Angola 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.20
Farewell ceremony at Nsimalen International Airport of Yaoundé English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cameroon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.20
To participants in the International Conference on the theme ’Life, Family and Development: the Role of Women in the Promotion of Human Rights’ English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 woman 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.03.21
Meeting with youth at Dos Coqueiros Stadium of Luanda English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Angola 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.21
Mass with the bishops, priests, religious people, ecclesial movements and catechists of Angola and São Tomé at São Paolo Church in Luanda English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Angola 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.03.21
Meeting with Catholic Movements for the Promotion of Women at Santo António Parish of Luanda English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Angola 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.22
Mass with the Bishops of I.M.B.I.S.A. (Interregional Meeting of Bishops of Southern Africa) at Cimangola Square in Luanda English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa   Angola 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.03.22
Farewell ceremony at 4 de Fevereiro International Airport of Luanda English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Angola 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.23
Meeting with journalists during the return flight English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa   Angola   Cameroon 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.23
Compendium Eucharisticum / Compendium of the Eucharist

 Eucharist   Mass 

DirectoryCongregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments2009.03.25
To youth volunteers of Italy’s civil service Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.28
Pastoral Visit to the Roman Parish of the Holy Face of Jesus at Magliana español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Rome 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.03.29
Pastoral Visit to the Roman Parish of the Holy Face of Jesus at Magliana English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Rome 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.03.29
To the Prime Minister of Great Britain at the vigil of the G20 Summit in London English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 economy 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.03.30
To the Italian Minister of Labour on the occasion of the G8 Social Summit Italiano (Italian)

 economy 

MessageSecretariat of State2009.03.30
For the 7ᵗʰ centenary of devotion to Our Lady of Europe latine (Latin)

 Gibraltar 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.03.31
For the closing celebration for the millennium of the dedication of the Co-Cathedral of Sarsina latine (Latin)

 Italy 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.04.02
For the 50ᵗʰ anniversary of the Shrine of Christ the King, Almada latine (Latin)

 Portugal 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.04.02
To the Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Argentina on their ad Limina visit español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Argentina 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.02
Fourth Anniversary of the death of the Servant of God Pope John Paul II English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.04.02
Mass in suffrage of the deceased Holy Father John Paul II latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.02
To the Ambassador of the Dominican Republic to the Holy See español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Dominican Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.03
To the Buddhists for the Feast of Vesakh 2009 English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Buddhists 

MessagePontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2009.04.03
For the 17ᵗʰ centenary of the martyrdom of Bishop St. Quirino latine (Latin)

 Croatia 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.04.04
For the 25ᵗʰ anniversary of the Pastoral Journey of Pope John Paul II to Thailand latine (Latin)

 Thailand 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.04.04
Palm Sunday - 24ᵗʰ World Youth Day English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 youth 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.04.05
Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.05
To young people from the Archdiocese of Madrid (Spain), gathered in Rome on the occasion of the handing over of the World Youth Day Cross español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 youth 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.06
To the Archbishop of L’Aquila on the occasion of the suffrage rite for the victims of the earthquake English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.04.09
Chrism Mass English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.04.09
Mass of the Lord’s Supper English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.04.09
Chrism Mass latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.09
Mass of the Lord’s Supper latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.09
Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on Good Friday English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.10
Celebration of the Lord’s Passion latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.10
Way of the Cross latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.10
Easter Vigil English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.04.11
Easter Vigil latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.11
Urbi et Orbi Message for Easter Sunday 2009 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Easter 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.04.12
Easter Sunday English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.04.12
Mass on Easter Day latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.12
For the 9ᵗʰ centenary of the death of St. Anselm English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 saint 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.04.15
To members of the Franciscan Family taking part in the ’Chapter of the Mats’ English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Franciscans 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.18
Mass with the members of the Coordinating Central Commission of the World Meeting of Families in Mexico English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.04.23
To participants in the meeting of Catholic Religion Teachers Italiano (Italian)

 education 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.25
Special Indulgences conceded for the Year for Priests in honour of St. John Vianney English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)

 indulgence   priest 

DecreeApostolic Penitentiary2009.04.25
Mass for the Canonisation of Arcangelo Tadini, Bernardo Tolomei, Nuno de Santa Maria Alvares Pereira, Gertrude Comensoli and Caterina Volpicelli English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 saint 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.04.26
Mass for Canonisation latine (Latin)

 saint 

Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.04.26
Arrival at the camp set up near the village of Onna español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.28
Meeting with representatives of the local people and of the rescue services español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.28
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Argentina on their ad Limina visit español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Argentina 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.04.30
To priests for the Year for Priests English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 priest 

Curial LetterCongregation for Clergy2009.05
For the 1ˢᵗ centenary of foundation of the church of Long Tower latine (Latin)

 Ireland 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.05.02
Mass with priestly ordinations español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.03
Ordination of the Deacons of the Diocese of Rome latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.05.03
To the German Federal President about the Apostolic Journey to Africa English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Germany 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.05.04
For the 15ᵗʰ Plenary Session of the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 social 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.04
On religious education in schools English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 education 

Circular LetterCongregation for Catholic Education (for Seminaries and Educational Institutions)2009.05.05
For the 10ᵗʰ anniversary of the journey of Pope John Paul II to Romania English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Romania 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.05.06
For the 4ᵗʰ centenary of the death of Fr. Matteo Ricci English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 China 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.05.06
To the Swiss Guards and their relatives on the occasion of the swearing-in ceremony Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.07
Welcoming ceremony at Queen Alia International Airport of Amman English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jordan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.08
Visit to the Regina Pacis Center of Amman English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jordan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.08
Interview of the Holy Father during the flight to the Holy Land English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Holy Land 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.08
Visit to the ancient Basilica of the Memorial of Moses at Mount Nebo English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jordan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.09
Blessing of the foundation stone of Madaba University of the Latin Patriarchate English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jordan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.09
Meeting with Muslim religious leaders, members of the Diplomatic Corps and Rectors of universities in Jordan in front of the mosque al-Hussein bin Talal in Amman English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jordan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.09
Vespers with priests, men and women religious, seminarians and ecclesial movements in the Greek-Melkite Cathedral of Saint-Georges in Amman English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Greek-Melkite Church   Jordan 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.09
Blessing of the foundation stones of the Latin and Greek Melkite churches at Bethany beyond the Jordan English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Greek-Melkite Church   Jordan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.10
Mass at the Amman International Stadium English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jordan 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.10
Farewell ceremony at Queen Alia International Airport of Amman English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Jordan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.11
Welcoming ceremony at Ben Gurion International Airport of Tel Aviv English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.11
Courtesy visit to the President of the State of Israel at the presidential palace in Jerusalem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.11
Visit to Yad Vashem Memorial in Jerusalem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.11
Meeting with organizations involved in interreligious dialogue at the Auditorium of Notre Dame Center in Jerusalem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.11
Courtesy visit to the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem at the Mount of the Temple English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.12
Courtesy visit to the two Chief Rabbis of Jerusalem at Hechal Shlomo Center in Jerusalem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.12
Regina Cœli prayer with the Ordinaries of the Holy Land in the Upper Room in Jerusalem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.12
Short visit to the Co-Cathedral of the Latins in Jerusalem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.12
Mass in the Valley of Josaphat in Jerusalem English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.12
Welcoming ceremony in the square in front of the presidential palace, in Bethlehem English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Palestine 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.13
Visit to the Caritas Baby Hospital in Bethlehem English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Palestine 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.13
Visit to the Refugee Camp Al Aida’ in Bethlehem English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Palestine 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.13
Farewell ceremony in the courtyard of the Presidential Palace English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.13
Mass on the Manger’s Square in Bethlehem English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Palestine 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.13
Meeting with the religious leaders of Galilee in the Auditorium of the Shrine of the Annunciation in Nazareth English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.14
Mass on the Mount of Precipice in Nazareth English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.14
Vespers with the Bishops, priests, men and women religious, ecclesial and pastoral movements of Galilee in the upper Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.14
Ecumenical meeting in the Throne Hall of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Greek Orthodox Church   Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.15
Visit to the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.15
Visit to the Armenian patriarchal church of St. James in Jerusalem English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Armenian Church   Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.15
Departure ceremony at Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Israel 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.15
Interview of the Holy Father during the flight back from the Holy Land English Italiano (Italian)

 Holy Land 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.15
For the closing of the Pauline Year in the Holy Land latine (Latin)

 Holy Land 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.05.16
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Peru on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Peru 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.18
In Search of a Universal Ethic: A New Look at the Natural Law English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 natural law 

DocumentInternational Theological Commission2009.05.20
To the President of the Republic of Bulgaria English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bulgaria 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.22
To the President of the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia English Italiano (Italian)

 Macedonia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.22
To the community of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy English Italiano (Italian)

 academy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.23
Compendium of the Letter to the Bishops, Priests, Consecrated Persons and Lay Faithful of the Catholic Church in the People’s Republic of China English

 China 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.05.24
Vespers with the Benedictine Abbots and the Community of Benedictine Monks and Nuns gathered in the Abbatial Basilica of Montecassino English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.24
Mass in Miranda Square, Cassino English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.24
Inauguration of the Ecclesial Convention of the Diocese of Rome at the Basilica of St. John Lateran Italiano (Italian)

 Rome 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.26
To the General Assembly of the Italian Bishops’ Conference Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.28
To new Ambassadors accredited to the Holy See français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
To the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Norway 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Namibia to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Namibia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
To the new Ambassador of Burkina Faso to the Holy See français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Burkina Faso 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
To the new Ambassador of South Africa to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 South Africa 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
To the new Ambassador of New Zealand to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 New Zealand 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
To the new Ambassador of Benin to the Holy See français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Benin 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of India to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 India 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
To the new Ambassador of Mongolia to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Mongolia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.29
Meeting with the children of the Pontifical Society of the Holy Childhood Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.05.30
Mass on Pentecost Sunday English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.05.31
Mass on Pentecost Sunday latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.05.31
To the community of the Pontifical French Seminary in Rome English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 France 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.06
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Venezuela on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Venezuela 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.08
Solemnity of Corpus Christi English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.06.11
Corpus Christi - Mass, Procession and Benediction latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.06.11
To members of the Centesimus Annus - Pro Pontifice Foundation English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.13
Proclaiming a Year for Priests on the 150ᵗʰ anniversary of the death of the Curé of Ars English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 priest 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.06.16
For the Ecclesiastical Communion with the Syrian Catholic Patriarch of Antioch latine (Latin)

 Syrian Church 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.06.18
To the Syrian Catholic Patriarch of Antioch English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Syrian Orthodox Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.19
Opening for the Year for Priests English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 priest 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.06.19
Second Vespers – Beginning of the Year of the Priest latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.06.19
Meeting with the sick, the medical staff and the board of managers gathered in front of the main entrance of the Hospital Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 sick 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.21
Meeting with priests, men and women religious and young people gathered in the Church of St Pio of Pietrelcina English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.21
Mass in the square in front of the Church of St. Pio of Pietrelcina English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.06.21
Pastoral Visit to San Giovanni Rotondo latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.06.21
Prayers with the Clergy in San Giovanni Rotondo latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.06.21
For the millennium anniversary celebration of Lithuania latine (Latin)

 Lithuania 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.06.23
For the 9ᵗʰ Plenary Assembly of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences latine (Latin)

 Asia 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.06.24
For the 30ᵗʰ World Day of Tourism (2009)

 tourism 

MessagePontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Itinerant People2009.06.24
To participants in the Assembly of Organizations for Aid to the Eastern Churches English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Eastern Churches 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.25
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Viêt Nam on their ad Limina visit français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Vietnam 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.27
To the delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople on the occasion of the Solemnity of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul and for the closing of the Pauline Year English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Ecumenical Patriarchate 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.27
First Vespers of the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul for the closing of the Pauline Year English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.06.28
Vespers of the Solemnity for the closing of the Pauline Year latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.06.28
Caritas in Veritate / Charity in Truth English français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin) español (Spanish)
On integral human development in charity and truth

 social 

EncyclicalPope Benedict XVI2009.06.29
For World Day for Missions 2009 English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 mission 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.06.29
Mass on the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 metropolitan 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.06.29
Mass and imposition of the Pallium on Metropolitan Archbishops latine (Latin)

 metropolitan 

Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.06.29
To Metropolitan Archbishops who received the Sacred Pallium on the Solemnity of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 metropolitan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.06.30
Resources for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2010 English español (Spanish) français (French)DocumentPontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity2009.06.30
To the President of the Italian Council of Ministers for the G8 Summit English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Italy 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.07.01
Ecclesiæ unitatem English français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin) español (Spanish)
On the Society of St. Pius X

 SSPX 

Motu ProprioPope Benedict XVI2009.07.02
To participants in the European Conference on Vocational Pastoral-Care English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 vocation 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.07.04
Vespers for the re-opening of the Pauline Chapel in the Vatican Apostolic Palace English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Vatican City 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.07.04
To the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Haiti on the occasion of the presentation of the Letters of Credence English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Haiti 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.07.06
Approving the new Statute of the Labour Office of the Holy See Italiano (Italian)Motu ProprioPope Benedict XVI2009.07.07
To the Ambassador of the Mexico to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Mexico 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.07.10
Clarification on procured abortion English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 abortion 

NoteCongregation for the Doctrine of the Faith2009.07.11
For Sea Sunday 2009

 sea 

MessagePontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Itinerant People2009.07.12
Vespers in the Cathedral of Aosta English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.07.24
For the celebrations of the millennium of the Diocese of Pécs, Hungary latine (Latin)

 Hungary 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.08.05
To permanent deacons English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 deacon 

Curial LetterCongregation for Clergy2009.08.10
Solemnity of the Assumption, Mass at the Parish of Saint Thomas of Villanova in Castel Gandolfo English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.08.15
For the 30ᵗʰ Meeting for Friendship among Peoples (Rimini) English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.08.17
For the celebrations for the 12ᵗʰ centenary of the death of St. Ludgerus, first Bishop of Münster and ’Apostle of the Saxons and Frisians’ latine (Latin)

 Germany 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.08.20
For the millennium of the Archdiocese of Alba Iulia latine (Latin)

 Romania 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.08.24
For the 11ᵗʰ Inter-Christian Symposium English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 ecumenism 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.08.28
Mass with the former students of the Ratzinger Schülerkreis Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.08.30
For the 1200ᵗʰ anniversary of the death of St. Ludgerus

 Germany   saint 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.09.03
Meeting with the local people in Piazza Sant’Agostino English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.06
Mass in Valle Faul, Viterbo English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.09.06
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Brazil on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Brazil 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.07
To the Muslims for the Feast of Ramadan 2009 English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Muslims 

MessagePontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2009.09.11
Episcopal Ordination of five new Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.09.12
Episcopal Ordinations latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.09.12
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Brazil on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Brazil 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.17
Meeting with the Patriarchs and the Major Archbishops of the Oriental Churches English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Eastern Churches   synod 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.19
To participants in the Conference for newly appointed Bishops español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 bishop 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.21
Videostatement to the UN 2009 Summit of Climate Change English

 ecology 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.09.24
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Brazil on their ad Limina visit Italiano (Italian)

 Brazil 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.25
Welcoming Ceremony at Stará Ruzyně International Airport, Prague English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.26
Visit to the Holy Infant of Prague at the Church of Our Lady Victorious English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.26
Meeting with the Civil and Political Authorities and the Diplomatic Corps at the Presidential Palace of Prague English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.26
Vespers with Priests, Men and Women Religious, Seminarians and Lay Movements gathered in the Cathedral of Saints Vitus, Wenceslaus and Adalbert English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.26
Interview of the Holy Father during the flight to the Czech Republic Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.26
Apostolic Journey to the Czech Republic latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.09.26
Ecumenical Meeting at the Throne Hall of the Archbishop’s House of Prague English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic   ecumenism 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.27
Meeting with members of the academic community, in Vladislav Hall, Prague Castle English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.27
Mass at Tuřany Airport in Brno English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.09.27
Videostatement to participants in the International Priests’ Retreat English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 priest 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.09.28
To the young people at the Esplanade on the Way to Melnik in Stará Boleslav English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.28
Farewell Ceremony at Stará Ruzynědo International Airport of Prague English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.09.28
Mass on the memorial of Saint Wenceslaus, Patron of the Czech Republic, at the Esplanade on the Way to Melnik in Stará Boleslav English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Czech Republic 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.09.28
To the Ambassador of the United States of America to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 USA 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.02
To the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Netherlands 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.02
To the Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Holy See English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Philippines 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.02
Mass for the Opening of the Second Special Assembly for Africa of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa   synod 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.10.04
Opening of the Second Special Assembly for Africa of the Synod of Bishops latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.10.04
To the first General Congregation of the Second Special Assembly for Africa of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa   synod 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.05
Answer to the statement released by the Patriarch of the Orthodox Church of Ethiopia during the Second Special Assembly for Africa of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa   Ethiopian Orthodox Church   synod 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.06
Concert entitled ’Youth Against War’, on the 70ᵗʰ anniversary of the beginning of the Second World War English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 concert   war 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.08
Prayer of the Rosary ’with Africa and for Africa’ led by the Pope together with the university students of Rome English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.10
Canonisation of 5 Blesseds English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 saint 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.10.11
Biographical Profiles of the new Saints latine (Latin)

 saint 

Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.10.11
Mass for Canonisation latine (Latin)

 saint 

Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.10.11
For the 29ᵗʰ World Food Day (2009) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 food 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.10.16
For the 96ᵗʰ World Day of Migrants and Refugees (2010) English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 migrant   refugee 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.10.16
To the Hindus on the Feast of Diwali 2009 English français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Hindus 

MessagePontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue2009.10.17
To the Head of the Delegation of the Commission of the European Communities to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Europe 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.19
On personal ordinariates for Anglicans entering the Catholic Church Italiano (Italian)

 Anglican Church 

NoteCongregation for the Doctrine of the Faith2009.10.20
At the conclusion of the luncheon with the Synodal Fathers English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.24
Mass for the Closing of the Second Special Assembly for Africa of the Synod of Bishops English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Africa   synod 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.10.25
Closing of the Second Special Assembly for Africa of the Synod of Bishops latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.10.25
Omnium in mentem English français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin) español (Spanish)
Modifying some canons of the Code of Canon Law

 canon law   marriage 

Motu ProprioPope Benedict XVI2009.10.26
To Professors, Students and Personnel of the Pontifical Biblical Institute English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bible 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.26
For the 10ᵗʰ anniversary of Karekin II’s election as Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Armenian Church 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.10.27
To the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Iran 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.29
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Council for Social Communications English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 communication 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.29
To the Ambassador of Panama to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Panama 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.29
For Lent 2010 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Lent 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.10.30
To participants in the Colloquium sponsored by the Vatican Observatory on the occasion of the International Year of Astronomy English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 astronomy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.30
To the Ambassador of Bulgaria to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Bulgaria 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.10.31
For the millennium of the Cathedral of Mainz

 Germany 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.11.01
For the Study Seminar entitled: Sport, Education and Faith: A New Season for Catholic Sport Associations English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 sports 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.03
Anglicanorum cœtibus English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) latine (Latin)
Providing for Personal Ordinariates for Anglicans Entering into Full Communion with the Catholic Church

 Anglican Church   diocese 

Apostolic ConstitutionPope Benedict XVI2009.11.04
To the President of the Italian Episcopal Conference English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Italy 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.04
Complementary Norms for the Apostolic Constitution Anglicanorum coetibus English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Anglican Church   diocese 

NormsCongregation for the Doctrine of the Faith2009.11.04
Mass in suffrage for Cardinals and Bishops who have died in the past year English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.11.05
Visit to the Parish of Saint Antonino, where Pope Paul VI was baptized English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.08
Official ceremony for the inauguration of the new site and for awarding the Sixth Paul VI International Prize English español (Spanish) español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.08
Mass in Paul VI Square, Brescia English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.11.08
To participants in the Sixth World Congress on the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Refugees English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 migrant 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.09
To all the Priests of the Catholic Church in the People’s Republic of China English Italiano (Italian)

 China   priest 

Curial LetterSecretariat of State2009.11.10
To Professors and students of St Mary of the Assumption University English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.12
For the Plenary Assembly of the Congregation on: ’Saint Paul and the new Areopagus’ English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 St. Paul 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.13
For the 47ᵗʰ World Day for Vocations (2010) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 vocation 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.13
To participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Council Cor Unum English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.13
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Brazil (SUL I Region) on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Brazil 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.14
For the death of Patriarch Pavle of the Serbian Orthodox Church English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Serbian Orthodox Church 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.16
To FAO on the occasion of the World Summit on Food Security English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 food 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.16
To the President of the Episcopal Conference of Vietnam English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Vietnam 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.17
To Professors of the Pontifical Universities of Rome and to participants in the General Assembly of the International Federation of Catholic Universities English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 university 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.19
To participants in the International Conference sponsored by the Pontifical Council for Health Pastoral Care English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 health 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.20
Meeting with artists in the Sistine Chapel English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 arts 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.21
For the 18ᵗʰ World Day of the Sick (2010) English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 sick 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.22
To the Archbishop of Constantinople, Ecumenical Patriarch, on the occasion of the feast of St. Andrew English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Ecumenical Patriarchate 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.25
For the Conference ’From Galilei’s Telescope to Evolutionary Cosmology: Science, Philosophy and Theology in Dialogue’ English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 astronomy 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.11.26
To members of the Delegations of Argentina and Chile on the occasion of the 25ᵗʰ anniversary of the Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the two Countries English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Argentina   Chile 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.11.28
First Vespers of the First Sunday of Advent English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.11.28
Mass with the Members of the International Theological Commission English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.12.01
For the Second Review Conference of the landmark Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on Their Destruction English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 war 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.12.04
To the Archbishop of Tirana, Durres and All Albania English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Orthodox Church 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.04
Concert offered by the President of the Federal Republic of Germany in honour of Benedict XVI English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 concert   Germany 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.04
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Brazil (South Regions 3 and 4) on their ad Limina visit English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Brazil 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.05
For the Conference on the theme ’God Today: With him or without him everything changes’ English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.12.07
For the celebration of World Day of Peace 2010 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 ecology   peace 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.12.08
Act of Veneration to the Virgin Mary on the occasion of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Mary 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.08
The Catholic Church in the Middle East: Communion and Witness English français (French) Italiano (Italian)
Special Assembly for the Middle East - 2010

 Eastern Churches   Israel   Palestine   synod 

LineamentaGeneral Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops2009.12.08
To the Ambassador of Cuba to the Holy See English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Cuba 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.10
To Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Belarus on their ad Limina visit español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Belarus 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassadors accredited to the Holy See on the occasion of the presentation of the Letters of Credence English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 diplomacy 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Latvia to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Latvia 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Finland to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Finland 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassador of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Bangladesh 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Kazakhstan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Kenya to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Kenya 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of the Sudan to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Sudan 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassador of the Republic of Uganda to the Holy See English Italiano (Italian)

 Uganda 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
To the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Denmark to the Holy See English español (Spanish) Italiano (Italian)

 Denmark 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
Vespers with the university students of Rome English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 university 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.12.17
Vespers with the university students of the Universities of Rome latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.12.17
For the opening of the Holy Compostellan Year English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Spain 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.12.19
On the protection of the figure of the Pope English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 pope 

DeclarationSecretariat of State2009.12.19
Christmas greetings to Cardinals, Archbishops, Bishops and Directors of the Governorate of Vatican City State English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian)

 Christmas 

SpeechPope Benedict XVI2009.12.21
Christmas Midnight Mass English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) Video

 Christmas 

HomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.12.24
Christmas Midnight Mass latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.12.24
Urbi et Orbi Message for Christmas 2009 English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Christmas 

MessagePope Benedict XVI2009.12.25
For the 21ˢᵗ Winter Olympic Games and the 10ᵗʰ Winter Paralymic Games English français (French) Italiano (Italian) español (Spanish)

 Canada   sports 

LetterPope Benedict XVI2009.12.30
Vespers and Te Deum English español (Spanish) français (French) Italiano (Italian) VideoHomilyPope Benedict XVI2009.12.31
First Vespers of thanksgiving for the end of the year latine (Latin)Liturgical BookletOffice for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff2009.12.31

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