Prayer is to carry Christ in one's heart, says Pope
Prayer for Christians is to carry Jesus in their hearts, which in turn invites the believers to take up a commitment of charity toward their brethren, says Benedict XVI.
The upcoming Synod of Bishops on Scripture reflects a need for Catholics to live and breathe the richness of the Bible, said the secretary-general of the body.
With the invitation, "Come join us in the adventure," U.S. bishops are encouraging teenagers to practice stewardship and form a close personal relationship with Christ.
A culture worthy of human life needs to be promoted, both in the Church and in the world, says Benedict XVI, who encouraged pontifical academies in their quest to accomplish this objective.
