The following are some highlights from Pope Benedict's recent activities...
* The Pope has reconfirmed Cardinal Bertone as Vatican Secretary of State even though the Cardinal has passed the age limit for resignation
* The Holy Father participated in the traditional blessing of lambs on the feast of St. Agnes. The lambs have the honor of having their wool be used in palliums
* Pope Benedict reportedly told a rabbi that he has finished his second book on Jesus of Nazareth
* The Holy Father has asked for prayers for unity during this week of prayer for Christian unity. He notes that unity is "first and foremost a gift from God"
* The Pope appointed a female, Flaminia Giovanelli, as under secretary of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace
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