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        "rendered": "<p>Three years ago today, Pope Benedict XVI was laid to rest in the Vatican. Let us pray for his peaceful repose as we look back on his life.<\/p>\n<p>The Legacy of Pope Benedict XVI<\/p>\n<p>Pope Francis led us in prayer during\u00a0the last days of Pope Emeritus Benedict.<\/p>\n<p>To understand his resignation, it requires a look at\u00a0Pope Benedict\u2019s life from Bavaria to the papacy.<\/p>\n<p>Even years after his papacy and death,\u00a0interest in his theological vision remains strong,\u00a0as those who were closest to him continue\u00a0his legacy.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for your continued support, and always remember: God has a plan for each of us, and He makes no mistakes,<\/p>\n<p>P.S. We can bring the Eternal Word to the ends of the earth.\u00a0Make a donation today to enlighten the world with the light of Christ.<\/p>\n<p><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/ewtnvatican.com\/articles\/legacy-of-benedict-xvi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/ewtnvatican.com\/articles\/legacy-of-benedict-xvi<\/a><\/em><\/p>",
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