Following the funeral of a Pope it is the custom that nine days (Novemdiales) of official mourning are marked in Rome and throughout the Church.
In addition to the celebration of Mass, Bishops may encourage for the intention of his soul:
Prayers are taken from the Roman Missal, except where indicated. The scripture readings include those chosen for the Funeral of Pope Benedict.
The word novena is derived from the Latin novem, meaning nine. A novena is a series of prayers and readings that are said for nine consecutive days – usually as a prayer of petition to obtain special graces or to implore special favours.
The first of nine days of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI
The second of nine days of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI.
The third of nine days of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI.
The fourth of nine days of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI.
The fifth of nine days of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI.
The sixth of nine days of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI.
The seventh of nine days of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI.
The eighth of nine days of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI.
The final day of prayer and readings for the repose of the soul of Pope Benedict XVI.
