Thursday, January 1, 2015
Pope Francis criticizes corruption in Rome in New Year's Eve message
VATICAN CITY - In the traditional year-end Vespers prayers, Pope Francis denounced the corruption infecting the city of Rome.
Before thousands who were packed into Saint Peter's Basilica, he said: ”Without a doubt, the serious affairs of corruption in these recent days require serious heart-searching and action for a spiritual and moral rebirth of the city of Rome, as well as a commitment to build a more just and brotherly city, where the poor, the weak and the marginalized are at the center of our actions and daily activities."
He was referring to a police investigation that uncovered a network of connections between politicians and criminals in Rome.
The Pope delighted the masses after his homily when he paid a visit to the nativity in St. Peter's Square.
source: interaksyon.com