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“Pope Francis to visit Benedict next week at papal retreat”
A March 16, 2013, Fox News story outlined Francis’ plans to visit his predecessor, a meeting that — though private — may offer hints on how the two men will handle their extraordinary situation.
“Vatican defends Pope Francis’ actions during Argentina’s ‘Dirty War’”
In another March 15, 2013, RNS article, the Vatican defended Francis’ actions during Argentina’s 1970s military dictatorship.
“The story behind Pope Francis’ election”
A March 15, 2013, RNS story gives behind-the-scenes details of the selection process.
“Bergoglio: A pope of paradox for a church in transition”
An RNS analysis describes Francis as “a pope of paradox for a church in transition.”
“Pope Francis: Jesuit to the Rescue”
A Forbes column looks at the management and leadership qualities fostered by the religious order and says those traits should serve the new pope well.