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Pope Benedict XVI

Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger was elected pope of the Roman Catholic Church in 2005. Ascending with the intention to improve dialogue between the Church and the secular world and other religions, Benedict has come under public fire for incendiary comments and his hesitant approach to the Church-abuse scandal.

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Ratzinger's Dark Legacy - Chris Furlong / Getty Images

Ratzinger's Dark Legacy - Chris Furlong / Getty Images

meinung •Catholic Church in Crisis Ratzinger's Dark Legacy A DER SPIEGEL Editorial by Felix Bohr

Following the death of Benedict XVI, many Catholics are hoping that the Vatican will finally embark on far-reaching reforms. But Pope Francis is weak and has plenty of adversaries.

Catholic Survey Reveals Frustrated Flock - ALESSANDRO BIANCHI/ REUTERS

Catholic Survey Reveals Frustrated Flock - ALESSANDRO BIANCHI/ REUTERS

The Pope's Sex Problem Catholic Survey Reveals Frustrated Flock

The Vatican last year sent out a survey to Catholics around the world focusing on attitudes to sex and sexuality. The responses are now in -- and they show that the Church is badly in need of reform. Can Pope Francis meet such expectations? Von SPIEGEL Staff

'I Don't Cling to This Life' - Marijan Murat/ picture-alliance/ dpa

'I Don't Cling to This Life' - Marijan Murat/ picture-alliance/ dpa

Controversial Theologian Hans Küng 'I Don't Cling to This Life'

Hans Küng fought his whole life for the reforms being weighed by the Vatican today. In a SPIEGEL interview, the elderly Swiss theologian discusses Pope Francis' chances to revolutionize the church, why John Paul II shouldn't be canonized and what he hopes to learn in heaven. Von Markus Grill

Diocese Opens Door to Communion for the Remarried - Arne Dedert/ dpa

Diocese Opens Door to Communion for the Remarried - Arne Dedert/ dpa

Testing Limits Diocese Opens Door to Communion for the Remarried

The archdiocese of Freiburg recently signalled a willingness to allow remarried divorcées to receive communion. While far from revolutionary, the move reflects a desire to change doctrine long considered out of touch with reality. Von Birger Menke

'Church Strengthens Position By Combating Money Laundering' - Getty Images

'Church Strengthens Position By Combating Money Laundering' - Getty Images

Vatican Financial Oversight Director 'Church Strengthens Position By Combating Money Laundering'

René Brülhart, 40, has been the director of the Vatican's Financial Information Authority (FIA) for nearly half a year. The Swiss lawyer and former head of Liechtenstein's financial intelligence unit is on a mission to clear the Vatican Bank of all suspicions of money laundering and other illegal financial transactions.

Bishops Decry State of Church on Eve of Conclave - Michael Kappeler / dpa

Bishops Decry State of Church on Eve of Conclave - Michael Kappeler / dpa

Catholic Laundry Bishops Decry State of Church on Eve of Conclave

As the conclave to select Benedict XVI's successor begins at the Vatican on Tuesday, conservatives and liberals among top Catholic bishops agree: The church needs a renewal. Who should lead that reform, however, is the subject of intense debate. Much dirty laundry has been aired in recent days. Von Peter Wensierski

German Imposter Sneaks into Vatican - VINCENZO PINTO/ AFP

German Imposter Sneaks into Vatican - VINCENZO PINTO/ AFP

Phony Bishop German Imposter Sneaks into Vatican

German church officials on Tuesday distanced themselves from the man who infiltrated a meeting of cardinals at the Vatican by masquerading as a bishop, saying he can't be trusted. This isn't the first time the self-proclaimed bishop and "Jesus yoga" proponent has caused a kerfuffle.

'A New Beginning Is Necessary' - MOHAMMED HOSSAM/ AFP

'A New Beginning Is Necessary' - MOHAMMED HOSSAM/ AFP

French Muslim Leader on Papacy 'A New Beginning Is Necessary'

Dalil Boubakeur is one of France's most prominent Muslims. In a SPIEGEL ONLINE interview, he discusses what retiring Pope Benedict XVI did wrong in bridging the Muslim-Catholic divide and how the two religions need to make a fresh start at interfaith dialogue.

The Colorful History of the Pope's Summer Home - DPA/EPA/G. GIULIANI/FAMIGLIA CRISTIANA

The Colorful History of the Pope's Summer Home - DPA/EPA/G. GIULIANI/FAMIGLIA CRISTIANA

Castel Gandolfo The Colorful History of the Pope's Summer Home

Pope Benedict has withdrawn to Castel Gandolfo while his successor is chosen. But few know that the papal summer residence of almost 400 years has a curious history, serving as a hideout for Jews, delivery ward and target for paparazzi. Von René Schlott

Pope Benedict XVI Bids Farewell - TIZIANA FABI/ AFP

Pope Benedict XVI Bids Farewell - TIZIANA FABI/ AFP

'Joy and Light' Pope Benedict XVI Bids Farewell

With over 150,000 spectators at St. Peter's Square on Wednesday, Pope Benedict XVI held his last general audience, telling followers that his decision to resign from the papacy has filled him with "a profound serenity."

A Bitter Struggle for Control of the Catholic Church - FILIPPO MONTEFORTE/ AFP

A Bitter Struggle for Control of the Catholic Church - FILIPPO MONTEFORTE/ AFP

Zero Hour at the Vatican A Bitter Struggle for Control of the Catholic Church

With Pope Benedict XVI's resignation drawing closer, the struggle for power in the Vatican has gotten underway in earnest. The church badly needs to reform itself, but with Ratzinger lurking in the shadows, will it be able to? By SPIEGEL Staff

'Benedict XVI Could Turn into a Shadow Pope' - Franziska Kraufmann/ picture alliance / dpa

'Benedict XVI Could Turn into a Shadow Pope' - Franziska Kraufmann/ picture alliance / dpa

Interview With Swiss Theologian 'Benedict XVI Could Turn into a Shadow Pope'

Progressive Catholic theologian Hans Küng, whose authority to teach Catholic theology was rescinded by the Vatican in 1979, spoke to SPIEGEL about the challenges facing the next pope and the need for reform of the Catholic Church. Von Peter Wensierski

Cartoonist Foresaw Pope's Resignation - Katharina Greve/ Espresso Verlag

Cartoonist Foresaw Pope's Resignation - Katharina Greve/ Espresso Verlag

Papal Prophecy? Cartoonist Foresaw Pope's Resignation

The day before it happened, a German page-a-day calendar prophesied the pope's resignation, and then lightning struck St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. Were these mysterious events just coincidence or a sign from God? Von Birger Menke

'It Is Good that Benedict Is Gone' - PLINIO LEPRI/ AP

'It Is Good that Benedict Is Gone' - PLINIO LEPRI/ AP

The World from Berlin 'It Is Good that Benedict Is Gone'

Pope Benedict XVI is nothing if not conservative. He spent the last eight years battling against relativism and individualism -- before breaking with tradition and taking a step that no pope has made for over 700 years. German commentators say his papacy failed to introduce much-needed reforms.

Pope Benedict Polarized More Than Unified - Marijan Murat/ dpa

Pope Benedict Polarized More Than Unified - Marijan Murat/ dpa

Church in Crisis Pope Benedict Polarized More Than Unified

Germany celebrated when Joseph Ratzinger was chosen pope in 2005. Eight years later, however, many are glad to see him go. He was a deeply polarizing figure in his native country and blocked the Catholic Church from launching a badly needed renewal. Von Peter Wensierski

Weakness and Vatican Intrigues Plagued Pope - REUTERS

Weakness and Vatican Intrigues Plagued Pope - REUTERS

Diminishing Strength Weakness and Vatican Intrigues Plagued Pope

Benedict XVI has claimed failing health for his decision to step down from the papacy. But ongoing power struggles and intrigue in the Vatican likely also played a role. The search for a successor could prove challenging. Von Hans-Jürgen Schlamp

Burdens of Aging Lead Pope to Resign - Tony Gentile / Reuters

Burdens of Aging Lead Pope to Resign - Tony Gentile / Reuters

Benedict Bows Out Burdens of Aging Lead Pope to Resign

In a surprise development, the Vatican confirmed Monday that Pope Benedict XVI will step down later this month. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has expressed her "utmost respect" for his decision and described the Catholic leader as "one of the most important religious thinkers of our time."

Pope Takes German Satire Magazine to Court - Alessandro Di Meo/ dpa

Pope Takes German Satire Magazine to Court - Alessandro Di Meo/ dpa

Incontinence at the Vatican Pope Takes German Satire Magazine to Court

German satire magazine Titanic believes it has found the source of the Vatican leaks, and the pope is not amused. Benedict XVI has taken the publication to court after it published an image of him soiling himself.

Documents Expose Pope's Frail Leadership - ALESSANDRO BIANCHI/ REUTERS

Documents Expose Pope's Frail Leadership - ALESSANDRO BIANCHI/ REUTERS

Vatileaks Scandal Documents Expose Pope's Frail Leadership

Though Pope Benedict XVI's personal butler has been arrested in connection with the "Vatileaks" scandal, new documents released over the weekend indicate he had powerful backers that remain unidentified. The secret documents expose the pontiff's awkward and helpless leadership in the Church. Von Fiona Ehlers

Pope Likely To Allow Breakaway SSPX to Rejoin Church - Vincenzo Pinto / AFP

Pope Likely To Allow Breakaway SSPX to Rejoin Church - Vincenzo Pinto / AFP

Decision Expected This Month Pope Likely To Allow Breakaway SSPX to Rejoin Church

Pope Benedict XVI is expected to allow the Society of St. Pius X, a controversial, ultraconservative splinter group, back into the Catholic Church, SPIEGEL has learned. But Holocaust denier Richard Williamson, an SSPX bishop, opposes the agreement, which is likely to be reached before the end of May.

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