Pope Benedict XVI spoke eloquently yesterday at the White House. Among his remarks are those noted below, which I find profoundly moving and true about the role each of us can and should play in our families and communities. This call to action doesn’t require government to play a dominant role. The full transcript of Pope Benedict’s comments is available here.
“Freedom is not only a gift, but also a summons to personal responsibility. Americans know this from experience – almost every town in this country has its monuments honouring those who sacrificed their lives in defence of freedom, both at home and abroad. The preservation of freedom calls for the cultivation of virtue, self-discipline, sacrifice for the common good and a sense of responsibility towards the less fortunate. It also demands the courage to engage in civic life and to bring one’s deepest beliefs and values to reasoned public debate”.
