As Pope Benedict XVI steps down on Thursday, his retirement package - the first one the Vatican has had to prepare in almost 600 years - would likely be considered a sweet deal by the average American senior, providing a steady income and generous perks.
Let's start with the basics: The pope emeritus will receive a monthly pension of 2,500 euros....
The Roman Catholic Church will cover his living expenses, provide him with a spacious home inside the Vatican and pay for everything from cooked meals to housekeepers....
the pope emeritus will continue to be a member of the Vatican's generous private health care policy.




Reply With Quote


