The academic community of the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross would like to express immense gratitude to His Holiness Benedict XVI for "his rich and fruitful Magisterium" and prays fervently for him and his intentions. At the same time, she invokes the Holy Spirit's help for the future Roman Pontiff.

The Prelate of Opus Dei, our University Chancellor H.E. Msgr. Javier Echevarría, conveyed these feelings well, emphasizing that Benedict XVI offered "a humble and generous example of service to the Church and to the world."

✎ Reflections and Responses from Professors at the Holy Cross