Holy Father: Catholics in Politics Must Follow Faith


Pope Benedict XVI is encouraging Catholics who get involved in politics to stay true to the Church's teaching. Benedict says it is necessary that a new generation of Catholics in politics be "coherent" with the faith they profess. He also recommends that they act with moral rigor and work passionately for the common good. The pope urged Vatican officials in a speech Saturday to be vigilant about the evangelical education of Catholics who get so involved in society. Benedict recently said religion and politics should be "open to each other." MORE TO COME...

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  1. Hey Jean, another great post.

    I was at my parish today, St Catherine of Sienna. It is still being repaired due to arson.

    http://www.thefloridacatholic.org/mia/2008_mia/2008_miaarticles/20081024_mia_st_catherine.php

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  2. Great post!

    Jean, I have something for you too!!!

    http://faithofaconvert.blogspot.com/2008/11/butterfly-award.html

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