Vatican to celebrate European Heritage Day on Sept. 25
As part of an overall effort to re-evangelize Europe, one of the Pope's aims is to reaquaint increasingly secular Europeans with the glories of Christian civilization. He wishes ultimately to return them to their Christian roots. In this age of political correctness such an effort is greatly needed.Vatican to open museums, catacombs, share Christian history in celebration of European Heritage Day
Vatican City, Sep. 20, 2005 (CNA) - The Vatican announced today that it will once again take part in the annual "European Heritage Day", on September 25th, and will open all Vatican museums and Roman catacombs to the public for free that day.
The "European Heritage Days" celebration is a yearly initiative sponsored by the Council of Europe. This year, more than 40 countries will explore the theme: "Memory and Identity. The 'traditio ecclesiae' in intercultural dialogue."
According to the Vatican, programs are being prepared by the Pontifical Commission for the Cultural Patrimony of the Church, the Vatican Museums, and the Pontifical Commission for Sacred Archaeology.
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