Benedict XVI: Compassion without compromise
Benedict's legacy feels as relevant as ever. In his spiritual testament, he said “Stand firm in the Faith! Do not be confused!” His was a clear, steady voice in a confusing and complex world. In times of darkness or trial it has always been gentle, quiet, assured voices that have kept me from breaking; his has been one of them. Compassion, even the type that strikes us like lightning, doesn’t need to compromise truth or reason, and Pope Benedict XVI showed us how.
it was thursday 18 august, 2005, and we were on the banks of the rhine in cologne. hand in hand, my friend and i had run, squealing, back an...
