February 11, 2013 6:38 pm

Pope Makes Surprise Announcement to Abdicate

Pope Benedict XVI announced Monday he will abdicate his position as spiritual leader of the Catholic Church in 14 days, saying he doesn’t have the strength to carry on. Local Catholics say they are saddened and shocked by the sudden decision. Patrick Healy reports from downtown LA for the NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on Feb. 11, 2013.

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