House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH), who grew up in a Roman Catholic family, said in a statement Monday that Pope Benedict XVI’s decision to resign “displays extraordinary humility and love for the Church.”
“The prayers and gratitude of American Catholics are with Pope Benedict XVI today. The Holy Father’s decision displays extraordinary humility and love for the Church, two things that have been the hallmarks of his service. Americans were inspired by his visit to the United States in 2008, and by his quiet, steady leadership of the Church in uncertain times. People of all nations have been blessed by the sacrifices he has made to sow the seeds of hope, justice, and compassion throughout the world in the name of Our Lord and Savior.”
