From the Catholic Herald:
Pope Benedict’s ‘prayer and his discreet and encouraging presence accompany us on our common journey,’ Pope Francis said. The theological work and papal teaching of retired Pope Benedict XVI “continue to be a living and precious heritage for the church,” Pope Francis said. On November 18, the Pope met with the winners of the 2017 Ratzinger Prize, named for the retired pope to honour those who make significant contributions to theology and culture. The three winners had met the day before with Pope Benedict in his residence in the Vatican gardens.