Just 15 days to go

Vatican releases schedule for Pope's final days

Pope Benedict XVI gives his blessing during his general audience in Paul VI hall at the Vatican Feb. 13.
CNS photo / Paul Haring.

A Catholic News Agency story says the last days of Pope Benedict XVI will include three public appearances, a meeting with the priests of Rome, Lenten spiritual exercises, and audiences with politicians and cardinals.

The first event on the list is Ash Wednesday Mass this evening in St. Peter's Basilica, which will be his final concelebration of the liturgy.

His final public appearance will be the general audience on Feb. 27, which was originally planned for Paul VI Hall, but is being moved to St. Peter's Square because of the large number of people expected.

For full story see The B.C. Catholic website.