Before taking up some basic questions related to the work of evangelization, it may be helpful to mention briefly the context in which we all have to live and work. Lk 10:17). Read breaking headlines covering politics, economics, pop culture, and more. The Church has realized that the need to heed this plea is itself born of the liberating action of grace within each of us, and thus it is not a question of a mission reserved only to a few: The Church, guided by the Gospel of mercy and by love for mankind, hears the cry for justice and intends to respond to it with all her might. They are capable of fostering relationships and not just enabling escapism. In this situation, and also through it, God calls the believer.[123]. Jesus whole life, his way of dealing with the poor, his actions, his integrity, his simple daily acts of generosity, and finally his complete self-giving, is precious and reveals the mystery of his divine life. 3, ad 2: propter aliquas dispositiones contrarias. Originally a hip hop group, Some take part in the life of the Church as members of service groups and various missionary initiatives in their own dioceses and in other places. This is why we evangelize. Because of this love, we can take as much time as we need, like every true disciple: Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening (1 Sam 3:9). 120. I have youth And a little beauty. 229. 177. What attracts me? 46. The kerygma has a clear social content: at the very heart of the Gospel is life in community and engagement with others. Faithful to the Lords gift, it also bears fruit. God save us from a worldly Church with superficial spiritual and pastoral trappings! 47. It also prevents erroneous or partial interpretations which would contradict other teachings of the same Scriptures. Genuine forms of popular religiosity are incarnate, since they are born of the incarnation of Christian faith in popular culture. Evangelical fervour is replaced by the empty pleasure of complacency and self-indulgence. [113] This is the humility of heart which recognizes that the word is always beyond us, that we are neither its masters or owners, but its guardians, heralds and servants. Do not judge, and you will not be judged; do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. On the basis of her response to this challenge, the Church can be a model of peace in our world. Everyone can share in some way in the life of the Church; everyone can be part of the community, nor should the doors of the sacraments be closed for simply any reason. But if we look more closely at these biblical texts, we find that the locus of this reconciliation of differences is within ourselves, in our own lives, ever threatened as they are by fragmentation and breakdown. Faced with disconcerting episodes of violent fundamentalism, our respect for true followers of Islam should lead us to avoid hateful generalisations, for authentic Islam and the proper reading of the Koran are opposed to every form of violence. In the desert we rediscover the value of what is essential for living; thus in todays world there are innumerable signs, often expressed implicitly or negatively, of the thirst for God, for the ultimate meaning of life. Money must serve, not rule! 83. [35]Encyclical Letter Ut Unum Sint (25 May 1995), 95: AAS 87 (1995), 977-978. Saint Thomas Aquinas, S. This is a tremendous corruption disguised as a good. [139]Benedict XVI, Address during the First General Congregation of the Synod of Bishops (8 October 2012): AAS 104 (2012), 896. Save me once again, Lord, take me once more into your redeeming embrace. We need to remember that all religious teaching ultimately has to be reflected in the teachers way of life, which awakens the assent of the heart by its nearness, love and witness. Virgin of listening and contemplation, Mother of love, Bride of the eternal wedding feast, pray for the Church, whose pure icon you are, that she may never be closed in on herself or lose her passion for establishing Gods kingdom. The Gospel tells us that when the first disciples went forth to preach, the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message (Mk 16:20). They complain when people do not listen to or appreciate them, but perhaps they have never taken the trouble to find the proper way of presenting their message. He brought us to her because he did not want us to journey without a mother, and our people read in this maternal image all the mysteries of the Gospel. To the extent that a charism is better directed to the heart of the Gospel, its exercise will be more ecclesial. [68] This is a false remedy which cripples the heart and at times the body as well. Th., II-II, q. You know: Its a big deal. By now, you must have either voted; made a plan for voting; or made a plan to make a plan for voting. This interplay of justice and tenderness, of contemplation and concern for others, is what makes the ecclesial community look to Mary as a model of evangelization. Under no circumstance can this invitation be obscured! This message has to be shared humbly as a testimony on the part of one who is always willing to learn, in the awareness that the message is so rich and so deep that it always exceeds our grasp. (1-5) God confirms the answer to Solomons prayer. [120] He needs to be able to link the message of a biblical text to a human situation, to an experience which cries out for the light of Gods word. That does not mean most eligible voters will cast a ballot, for a variety of reasons. It penetrates to the depths of our hearts, sustaining and ennobling us. II-II, q. Where all seems to be dead, signs of the resurrection suddenly spring up. 130. 20. Today in many places we hear a call for greater security. The reservation of the priesthood to males, as a sign of Christ the Spouse who gives himself in the Eucharist, is not a question open to discussion, but it can prove especially divisive if sacramental power is too closely identified with power in general. It arises from the enjoyment of speaking and it enriches those who express their love for one another through the medium of words. This is particular to the superior virtue, and as such it is proper to God to have mercy, through which his omnipotence is manifested to the greatest degree.[41]. This too is a path of harmony and peace. Nor can we overlook the fact that in recent decades there has been a breakdown in the way Catholics pass down the Christian faith to the young. This involves not only recognizing and discerning spirits, but also and this is decisive choosing movements of the spirit of good and rejecting those of the spirit of evil. We also evangelize when we attempt to confront the various challenges which can arise. At times, however, they seem to be a mere addendum imported from without in order to fill out a political discourse lacking in perspectives or plans for true and integral development. I would like to dwell briefly on this way of understanding the Church, whose ultimate foundation is in the free and gracious initiative of God. 47, a. By his words our Lord won over the hearts of the people; they came to hear him from all parts (cf. Mt 13:24-30) graphically illustrates an important aspect of evangelization: the enemy can intrude upon the kingdom and sow harm, but ultimately he is defeated by the goodness of the wheat. Wherever the disciples went, there was great joy (8:8); even amid persecution they continued to be filled with joy (13:52). Hence in the evangelization of new cultures, or cultures which have not received the Christian message, it is not essential to impose a specific cultural form, no matter how beautiful or ancient it may be, together with the Gospel. Spiritual worldliness leads some Christians to war with other Christians who stand in the way of their quest for power, prestige, pleasure and economic security. 111. What these passages make clear is the absolute priority of going forth from ourselves towards our brothers and sisters as one of the two great commandments which ground every moral norm and as the clearest sign for discerning spiritual growth in response to Gods completely free gift. Today, we frequently hear of a diagnostic overload which is not always accompanied by improved and actually applicable methods of treatment. When these values are threatened, a prophetic voice must be raised. By many accounts, turnout for this midterm election may be the highest its been in several years. We can then join one another in taking up the duty of serving justice and peace, which should become a basic principle of all our exchanges. 136. What it means. When we, for our part, aspire to diversity, we become self-enclosed, exclusive and divisive; similarly, whenever we attempt to create unity on the basis of our human calculations, we end up imposing a monolithic uniformity. As it expands, goodness takes root and develops. We need to be realistic and not assume that our audience understands the full background to what we are saying, or is capable of relating what we say to the very heart of the Gospel which gives it meaning, beauty and attractiveness. The preaching of the word, living and effective, prepares for the reception of the sacrament, and in the sacrament that word attains its maximum efficacy. [140]Paul VI, Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation Evangelii Nuntiandi (8 December 1975), 17: AAS 68 (1976), 17. [97] Once the Gospel has been inculturated in a people, in their process of transmitting their culture they also transmit the faith in ever new forms; hence the importance of understanding evangelization as inculturation. The Churchs reflection on these texts ought not to obscure or weaken their force, but urge us to accept their exhortations with courage and zeal. How I wish that all of us would hear Gods cry: Where is your brother? (Gen 4:9). [180]United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Pastoral Letter Forming Conscience for Faithful Citizenship (November 2007), 13. All of society can be enriched thanks to this dialogue, which opens up new horizons for thought and expands the possibilities of reason. What troubles me about this text? In others, this spiritual worldliness lurks behind a fascination with social and political gain, or pride in their ability to manage practical affairs, or an obsession with programmes of self-help and self-realization. The presence of the Spirit gives Christians a certain connaturality with divine realities, and a wisdom which enables them to grasp those realities intuitively, even when they lack the wherewithal to give them precise expression. This is a case of exclusion. The article you have been looking for has expired and is not longer available on our system. Spirit-filled evangelization is not the same as a set of tasks dutifully carried out despite ones own personal inclinations and wishes. So too, Saint Paul, after his encounter with Jesus Christ, immediately proclaimed Jesus (Acts 9:20; cf. Even people who can be considered dubious on account of their errors have something to offer which must not be overlooked. In the Bible, for example, we can find advice on how to prepare a homily so as to best to reach people: Speak concisely, say much in few words (Sir 32:8). If I sin continually, I must always have a remedy; ID., op. Abraham received the call to set out for a new land (cf. In all places and circumstances, Christians, with the help of their pastors, are called to hear the cry of the poor. It entails responding to the love of God by putting all our talents and creativity at the service of the mission which he has given us; at the same time, it shows a fine, active love of neighbour by refusing to offer others a product of poor quality. These issues are first, the inclusion of the poor in society, and second, peace and social dialogue. Sometimes we prove hard of heart and mind; we are forgetful, distracted and carried away by the limitless possibilities for consumption and distraction offered by contemporary society. Many of them are quietly seeking God, led by a yearning to see his face, even in countries of ancient Christian tradition. It is a truth which is never out of date because it reaches that part of us which nothing else can reach. All creation shares in the joy of salvation: Sing for joy, O heavens, and exult, O earth! Why its past time to make childrens health a national priority. 213. Benedict XVI, Address to the Roman Curia (21 December 2012): AAS 105 (2006), 51; Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Decree on the Missionary Activity of the Church Ad Gentes, 9; Catechism of the Catholic Church, 856. We see how accessible he is, as he draws near the blind man (cf. Heres how: The Philadelphia Citizen will only publish thoughtful, civil comments. At the same time, new difficulties are constantly surfacing: experiences of failure and the human weaknesses which bring so much pain. In those places the Christian world is becoming sterile, and it is depleting itself like an overexploited ground, which transforms into a desert. In the case of the family, the weakening of these bonds is particularly serious because the family is the fundamental cell of society, where we learn to live with others despite our differences and to belong to one another; it is also the place where parents pass on the faith to their children. No to a financial system which rules rather than serves, 57. [132] We must be bold enough to discover new signs and new symbols, new flesh to embody and communicate the word, and different forms of beauty which are valued in different cultural settings, including those unconventional modes of beauty which may mean little to the evangelizers, yet prove particularly attractive for others. 148. There also exists a constant tension between ideas and realities. At other times these issues are exploited by a rhetoric which cheapens them. Another common temptation is to think about what the text means for other people, and so avoid applying it to our own life. At the foot of the cross, at the supreme hour of the new creation, Christ led us to Mary. This important principle, namely that the Pauline communities should not succumb to the self-centred lifestyle of the pagans, remains timely today, when a new self-centred paganism is growing. Each meaningful economic decision made in one part of the world has repercussions everywhere else; consequently, no government can act without regard for shared responsibility. The destination for all NFL-related videos. On the other hand, despite the scarcity of vocations, today we are increasingly aware of the need for a better process of selecting candidates to the priesthood. The formation of the laity and the evangelization of professional and intellectual life represent a significant pastoral challenge. We must never forget that they profess to hold the faith of Abraham, and together with us they adore the one, merciful God, who will judge humanity on the last day. He exhorts those who dwell on Zion to go forth to meet him with song: Shout aloud and sing for joy! (12:6). And what you can do about it. Culture is a dynamic reality which a people constantly recreates; each generation passes on a whole series of ways of approaching different existential situations to the next generation, which must in turn reformulate it as it confronts its own challenges. Frequently, as a way of ridiculing the Churchs effort to defend their lives, attempts are made to present her position as ideological, obscurantist and conservative. [177] Here I would make my own the touching and prophetic lament voiced some years ago by the bishops of the Philippines: An incredible variety of insects lived in the forest and were busy with all kinds of tasks Birds flew through the air, their bright plumes and varying calls adding color and song to the green of the forests God intended this land for us, his special creatures, but not so that we might destroy it and turn it into a wasteland After a single nights rain, look at the chocolate brown rivers in your locality and remember that they are carrying the life blood of the land into the sea How can fish swim in sewers like the Pasig and so many more rivers which we have polluted? Christian preaching thus finds in the heart of people and their culture a source of living water, which helps the preacher to know what must be said and how to say it. We need to grow in a solidarity which would allow all peoples to become the artisans of their destiny,[156] since every person is called to self-fulfilment. Copyright Dicastero per la Comunicazione - Libreria Editrice Vaticana, The delightful and comforting joy of evangelizing, The new evangelization for the transmission of the faith, The entire people of God proclaims the Gospel, Evangelization and the deeper understanding of the kerygma, Communal and societal repercussions of the kerygma, Social dialogue as a contribution to peace, he New Evangelization for the Transmission of the Christian Faith, IV. At the same time, what could be significant places of encounter and solidarity often become places of isolation and mutual distrust. It serves only to offer false hopes to those clamouring for heightened security, even though nowadays we know that weapons and violence, rather than providing solutions, create new and more serious conflicts. 186. Rev 21:2-4), is the goal towards which all of humanity is moving. [212]Isaac of Stella, Sermo 51: PL 194, 1863, 1865. 36. 222. Indeed, those who enjoy life most are those who leave security on the shore and become excited by the mission of communicating life to others. Lk 1:41). Its also another great way to remind everyone in your network to vote and to share your pride in taking part in the process. about tips. 82. We got you. The history of the Church shows that Christianity does not have simply one cultural expression, but rather, remaining completely true to itself, with unswerving fidelity to the proclamation of the Gospel and the tradition of the Church, it will also reflect the different faces of the cultures and peoples in which it is received and takes root. This was Jesus heartfelt prayer to the Father: That they may all be one in us so that the world may believe (Jn 17:21). Just as goodness tends to spread, the toleration of evil, which is injustice, tends to expand its baneful influence and quietly to undermine any political and social system, no matter how solid it may appear. To evangelize is to make the kingdom of God present in our world. All of them help give shape to a definite style of evangelization which I ask you to adopt in every activity which you undertake. John Paul II, Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation Familiaris Consortio (22 November 1981), 34: AAS 74 (1982), 123. [37]John Paul II, Motu Proprio Apostolos Suos (21 May 1998): AAS 90 (1998), 641-658. The seventy-two disciples felt it as they returned from their mission (cf. We must admit, though, that the call to review and renew our parishes has not yet sufficed to bring them nearer to people, to make them environments of living communion and participation, and to make them completely mission-oriented. The excluded are not the exploited but the outcast, the leftovers. [117] For all these reasons, before preparing what we will actually say when preaching, we need to let ourselves be penetrated by that word which will also penetrate others, for it is a living and active word, like a sword which pierces to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and marrow, and discerns the thoughts and intentions of the heart (Heb 4:12). So a third principle comes into play: realities are greater than ideas. Or we can wonder if God is demanding too much of us, asking for a decision which we are not yet prepared to make. [127]John Paul II, Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation Pastores Dabo Vobis (25 March 1992), 26: AAS 84 (1992), 698. But this always demands the patience of one who knows full well what Saint Thomas Aquinas tells us: that anyone can have grace and charity, and yet falter in the exercise of the virtues because of persistent contrary inclinations. 95. If we are not convinced, let us look at those first disciples, who, immediately after encountering the gaze of Jesus, went forth to proclaim him joyfully: We have found the Messiah! (Jn 1:41). The spirit of love which reigns in a family guides both mother and child in their conversations; therein they teach and learn, experience correction and grow in appreciation of what is good. All evangelization is based on that word, listened to, meditated upon, lived, celebrated and witnessed to. Just as the commandment Thou shalt not kill sets a clear limit in order to safeguard the value of human life, today we also have to say thou shalt not to an economy of exclusion and inequality. It is not the same thing to try to build the world with his Gospel as to try to do so by our own lights. Get the latest coverage and analysis on everything from the Trump presidency, Senate, House and Supreme Court. Jesus was angered by those supposed teachers who demanded much of others, teaching Gods word but without being enlightened by it: They bind heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the shoulders of others; but they themselves will not lift a finger to move them (Mt 23:4). In these first two Christian millennia, countless peoples have received the grace of faith, brought it to flower in their daily lives and handed it on in the language of their own culture. Imaginatio locorum et mutatio multos fefellit. The inclusion of the poor in society [186-216], In union with God, we hear a plea [187-192] Fidelity to the Gospel, lest we run in vain [193-196] The special place of the poor in Gods people [197-201] The economy and the distribution of income [202-208] Concern for the vulnerable [209-216], III. Preparation for preaching requires love. [146] This is the principle of universality intrinsic to the Gospel, for the Father desires the salvation of every man and woman, and his saving plan consists in gathering up all things in Christ, things in heaven and things on earth (Eph 1:10). I will dwell in particular, and even somewhat meticulously, on the homily and its preparation, since so many concerns have been expressed about this important ministry, and we cannot simply ignore them. Again and again, the Church has acted as a mediator in finding solutions to problems affecting peace, social harmony, the land, the defence of life, human and civil rights, and so forth. Some are even no longer content to live as part of the greater Church community but stoke a spirit of exclusivity, creating an inner circle. She is the woman of prayer and work in Nazareth, and she is also Our Lady of Help, who sets out from her town with haste (Lk 1:39) to be of service to others. Dialogue is much more than the communication of a truth. I believe that the secret lies in the way Jesus looked at people, seeing beyond their weaknesses and failings: Fear not little flock, for it is your Fathers good pleasure to give you the kingdom (Lk 12:32); Jesus preaches with that spirit. The sower, when he sees weeds sprouting among the grain does not grumble or overreact. This is where you can help. (Not recommended: Riding them on your handlebars. Pastoral ministry in a missionary key seeks to abandon the complacent attitude that says: We have always done it this way. 2, a. We also see how he is concerned for their needs: When the Israelites cried out to the Lord, the Lord raised up for them a deliverer (Jg 3:15). Mk 10:46-52) and eats and drinks with sinners (cf. Evangelization and the deeper understanding of the, Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church, Homily at Mass for the Conclusion of the Synod of Bishops (28 October 2012), Homily at Mass for the Opening of the Fifth General Conference of the Latin American and Caribbean Bishops (13 May 2007), Address for the Fortieth Anniversary of the Decree, Address to the Brazilian Bishops in the Cathedral of So Paulo, Brazil (11 May 2007), Homily at Mass for the Opening of the Year of Faith (11 October 2012), Meditation during the First General Congregation of the XIII Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops (8 October 2012), Address for the Screening of the Documentary, Address during the First General Congregation of the Synod of Bishops (8 October 2012, Address at the Inaugural Session of the Fifth General Conference of the Latin American and Caribbean Bishops (13 May 2007). Commitment to ecumenism responds to the prayer of the Lord Jesus that they may all be one (Jn 17:21). Conceptual tools exist to heighten contact with the realities they seek to explain, not to distance us from them. 1 Tim 1:3-5), Paul also gives them rules for their personal lives and their pastoral activity. There has to be continuous dialogue between the two, lest ideas become detached from realities. For him, mercy, which overcomes the defects of our devotion and sacrifice, is the sacrifice which is most pleasing, because it is mercy which above all seeks the good of ones neighbour ( S. [215]John Paul II, Encyclical Letter Redemptoris Mater (25 March 1987), 6: AAS 79 (1987), 366-367. We are all in the same boat and headed to the same port! To interpret a biblical text, we need to be patient, to put aside all other concerns, and to give it our time, interest and undivided attention. It is the message capable of responding to the desire for the infinite which abides in every human heart. A joy ever new, a joy which is shared [2-8], II. 101. 206. Get breaking NFL Football News, our in-depth expert analysis, latest rumors and follow your favorite sports, leagues and teams with our live updates. We only devote periods of quiet time to the things or the people whom we love; and here we are speaking of the God whom we love, a God who wishes to speak to us. I hope that all communities will devote the necessary effort to advancing along the path of a pastoral and missionary conversion which cannot leave things as they presently are. A theology and not simply a pastoral theology which is in dialogue with other sciences and human experiences is most important for our discernment on how best to bring the Gospel message to different cultural contexts and groups. As the bishops of the Congo have put it: Our ethnic diversity is our wealth It is only in unity, through conversion of hearts and reconciliation, that we will be able to help our country to develop on all levels.[184]. 2. Our language may be simple but our preaching not very clear. V.M. In a way, every Christian is also believed to be a bride of Gods word, a mother of Christ, his daughter and sister, at once virginal and fruitful Christ dwelt for nine months in the tabernacle of Marys womb. It has to be faced. [18] This task continues to be a source of immense joy for the Church: Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance (Lk 15:7). We have to regard ourselves as sealed, even branded, by this mission of bringing light, blessing, enlivening, raising up, healing and freeing. [4]Fifth General Conference of the Latin American and Caribbean Bishops, Aparecida Document, 29 June 2007, 360. Whether it's streetwear, loungewear, or true workout gear, Ultra Game is your number one source for highly fashionable team apparel. The other is the self-absorbed promethean neopelagianism of those who ultimately trust only in their own powers and feel superior to others because they observe certain rules or remain intransigently faithful to a particular Catholic style from the past. This means that it does not err in faith, even though it may not find words to explain that faith. 165. In this dialogue, ever friendly and sincere, attention must always be paid to the essential bond between dialogue and proclamation, which leads the Church to maintain and intensify her relationship with non-Christians. [215] Mary let herself be guided by the Holy Spirit on a journey of faith towards a destiny of service and fruitfulness. [108] They are not an inheritance, safely secured and entrusted to a small group for safekeeping; rather they are gifts of the Spirit integrated into the body of the Church, drawn to the centre which is Christ and then channelled into an evangelizing impulse. Your youth is renewed like the eagles: The second line is not implyingthat eagles have the power of self-renewal; only that God renews us tothe very picture of buoyant, tireless strength which Isaiah 40:30f. 172. [93] It is he who brings forth a rich variety of gifts, while at the same time creating a unity which is never uniformity but a multifaceted and inviting harmony. [131]Cf. In countries of other religious traditions, or profoundly secularized countries, it will mean sparking new processes for evangelizing culture, even though these will demand long-term planning. [105] It is a legitimate way of living the faith, a way of feeling part of the Church and a manner of being missionaries;[106] it brings with itself the grace of being a missionary, of coming out of oneself and setting out on pilgrimage: Journeying together to shrines and taking part in other manifestations of popular piety, also by taking ones children or inviting others, is in itself an evangelizing gesture. [181] In their light I would now like to set forth these four specific principles which can guide the development of life in society and the building of a people where differences are harmonized within a shared pursuit. It is an irresistible force. God does not hide himself from those who seek him with a sincere heart, even though they do so tentatively, in a vague and haphazard manner. In some people we see an ostentatious preoccupation for the liturgy, for doctrine and for the Churchs prestige, but without any concern that the Gospel have a real impact on Gods faithful people and the concrete needs of the present time. We want to have better training, a deepening love and a clearer witness to the Gospel. The delightful and comforting joy of evangelizing [9-13], III. Mary, Mother of Evangelization [284-288], Jesus gift to his people [285-286] Star of the new Evangelization [287-288]. Fifth General Conference of the Latin American and Caribbean Bishops, Aparecida Document, 29 June 2007, 264. 65, a. Acts 4:32). Mt 5:13-16). An ecclesial renewal which cannot be deferred, 27. [212], 286. [88]John Paul II, Apostolic Letter Novo Millennio Ineunte (6 January 2001), 40: AAS 93 (2001), 295. 251. The message is one which we often take for granted, and can repeat almost mechanically, without necessarily ensuring that it has a real effect on our lives and in our communities. Cities create a sort of permanent ambivalence because, while they offer their residents countless possibilities, they also present many people with any number of obstacles to the full development of their lives. Plus, watch live games, clips and highlights for your favorite teams on FOXSports.com! Who would claim to lock up in a church and silence the message of Saint Francis of Assisi or Blessed Teresa of Calcutta? I want to be completely honest in this regard. It was full of people: I constantly pray with you in every one of my prayers for all of you because I hold you in my heart (Phil 1:4, 7). Stay updated on all our coverage. When properly understood, cultural diversity is not a threat to Church unity. Yes to the challenge of a missionary spirituality. The mark of Christ, incarnate, crucified and risen, is not present; closed and elite groups are formed, and no effort is made to go forth and seek out those who are distant or the immense multitudes who thirst for Christ. A successful image can make people savour the message, awaken a desire and move the will towards the Gospel. Mk 6:2), and they sensed that he spoke to them as one with authority (cf. This dialogue is in first place a conversation about human existence or simply, as the bishops of India have put it, a matter of being open to them, sharing their joys and sorrows. 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