This version of The Weekly Benedict covers material released in the last week from 17 December 2012 – 7 January 2013 (subscribe here; get as an eBook version for your Kindle, iPod, iPad, Nook, or other eBook reader):
Index of Source Links
List of direct document links on Vatican.va used.
Angelus
General Audiences
Messages
- 2 January 2013 – Message on the occasion of the 21st World Day of the Sick, 2013
- 7 January 20123 – Video Message to the Catholic Church of Cambodia on the occasion of the National Conference on the Second Vatican Council [Phnom Penh, 5–7 January 2013]
Speeches
- 17 December 2012 – To the delegation of the Italian National Olympic Committee
- 20 December 2012 – To a delegation of boys and girls of the Italian Catholic Action (A.C.R.)
- 7 January 2013 – To the Members of the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See for the traditional exchange of New Year greetings
Papal Tweets
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Please join me in praying for Syria, so that constructive dialogue will replace the horrendous violence. |
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Nigerians have a special place in my heart, as so many have been victims of senseless violence in recent months. |
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May we defend the right of conscientious objection of individuals and institutions, promoting freedom and respect for all. |
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Following Christ’s example, we have to learn to give ourselves completely. Anything else is not enough. |
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In this Year of Faith, may every Christian rediscover the beauty of being reborn in the love of God and living as his true children. |
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What happens in Baptism? We become united forever with Jesus, to be born again to a new life. |
