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What chronological order of succession did Pope Benedict XVI become pope of the Catholic Church?
Benedict XVI was the 265th pope of the Catholic Church.
Was Pope Benedict the 265th leader of the Catholic church?
Yes, Pope Benedict XVI is listed as the 265th pope.
What is the nature of the relationship between Pope Benedict XVI and the bishop of the Catholic church?
Pope Benedict XVI is a Bishop of the Catholic Church.
Who is the pope in 2009?
Jesus Christ was leader of the Church in 2009 through his vicar on earth Pope Benedict XVI.
How does Pope Benedict continue the Apostolic Church?
The apostolic Church is the Catholic Church which Our Blessed Lord founded on the apostle Peter, and his successors. Pope Benedict is the current holder in direct succession to the office.
Who chose Pope Benedict XV to become pope?
The cardinals of the Church chose Benedict in a conclave held in the Sistine Chapel.
What are Pope Benedict XVI's responsibilities?
As Benedict is now retired, he has no responsibilities in the governance of the Church.
What role does Pope Benedict play?
The 'job' of the pope is to be the spiritual leader and Vicar of Christ for the Catholic Church. Pope Benedict XVI is now retired and spends his days praying, reading and writing. As Pope Emeritus, he has no official role in the governance of the Church.
Did Pope Benedict XVI own a church?
Neither a pope, cardinal, bishop or priest owns a Church. They are the property of the Catholic Church.
Who is Top of the Catholic church?
Pope Benedict XVI is the head of the Catholic Church
Does Pope Benedict report to Pope Shenouda III?
Pope Shenouda III is a patriarch of the Orthodox Church so would neither hear Pope Benedict's confession nor would Benedict hear his. Any priest or bishop of the pope's choosing can hear his confession but the identities are always kept confidential.
What was the head of the church in Rome called?
The pope - currently (2011) Pope Benedict XVI
