The theological work and papal teaching of retired Pope Benedict XVI “continue to be a living and precious heritage for the church,” Pope Francis said. The pope met Nov. 18 with the winners of the 2017 Ratzinger Prize, named for the retired pope to honor those who make significant contributions to theology and culture. The three winners had met the day before with Pope Benedict in his residence in the Vatican gardens.
Francis: Benedict’s teaching a “precious heritage”
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