Pope Benedict XVI Resigns

(VATICAN CITY) — Pope Benedict XVI announced Monday he would resign Feb. 28 because he is simply too old to carry on. The following link will take you to the text of his announcement, delivered to cardinals gathered for a ceremony to name three new saints:  http://world.time.com/2013/02/11/text-of-popes-resignation-announcement/#ixzz2Kau4l7qy