Este principio –que sin silencio no se oye, no se escucha, no se recibe una palabra– es válido sobre todo para la oración personal, pero también para… - Benedict XVI

The religious sense planted within the human heart leads us to meet the needs of others and to search for concrete ways to contribute to the common good. Religion has a special role in this regard, for it teaches people that authentic service requires sacrifice and self-discipline, which in turn must be cultivated through self-denial, temperance and a moderate use of the world's goods.

While they are growing up, the young need adults who can suggest principles and values to them. They feel in need of people who can teach by their example, more than by their words, to expend themselves for high ideals.

Pray for me, that I may not flee for fear of the wolves.