Did Pope Benedict Exercise "Conscious Uncoupling" from His Bride, the Church?

I admit it. I was seriously trouble when Pope Benedict stepped down from his responsibilities as pope. I recall saying to my husband that if we can't walk away from our responsibilities as spouses (You know, "in sickness and in health" etc.) how can it be right for the pope to resign? Pope John Paul II certainly had health reasons to quit, but he became a witness of suffering to a world that wants only pleasure without pain.

Well, columnist Peter Weber has a thoughtful article that puts into words what I couldn't and I'd be interested in what readers think. One of my favorite priests, Fr. John Hardon, continued in active ministry until he lay on his deathbed. Many of the saints did the same. What is the legacy left to us by Pope Benedict's decision to retire? Is Weber right?

How Pope Benedict unwittingly made the Catholic case for 'conscious uncoupling'

Mike Voris Weighs in on Papal Resignation

And among those considered candidates for next pope?

A man named Peter.

It is an interesting possibility in view of the prophecies of St. Malachy. We know not the day or the hour, but the signs of the times are certainly ominous. Pray for faith, hope, and charity -- and the grace of final perseverance.