Local residents who’ve encountered or have substantial knowledge of Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger have a high opinion of the new Pope Benedict XVI.More.
The two priests of the Institute of Christ the King — both natives of Germany — at St. Agatha Parish in South St. Louis are among them.
Msgr. Michael R. Schmitz, rector of St. Agatha, was ordained by the then-Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger in Germany and Father Karl Lenhardt, associate rector of the parish, served as a deacon of honor for the new pope at a Mass in the Tridentine (Latin) rite in Germany several years ago.
"It is a great joy for us that Cardinal Ratzinger celebrated Mass in the Tridentine rite several times," Father Lenhardt said. "It is a great encouragement for our apostolate." (emphasis added)
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