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Pope Benedict XVI: No violence in the name of God
by Joseph Earnest January 17, 2012
Newscast Media VATICAN CITY — Pope Benedict XVI prayed that the year 2012 be lived by all under the sign of reciprocal respect and of the common good, and expressing the hope that no act of violence be committed in the name of God, Who is the Supreme Guarantor of justice and peace.
The Pope's prayer came at the end of remarks he delivered during a special audience for the officers and functionaries of the Italian State Police detail charged with serving the area of St. Peter’s and the Vatican.
The Holy Father expressed to all his personal gratitude and that of his collaborators for what he called, "the precious and delicate work" that they do in maintaining public order, guaranteeing security and tranquility to the millions of pilgrims and tourists who visit the square and the Basilica each year.
The Pope
encouraged the officers and functionaries of the Inspectorate to be
authentic promoters of justice and sincere builders of peace. Add
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