Pope asks for prayers ahead of Brazil trip
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“ It is my first pastoral visit to Latin America and I am preparing spiritually to meet the Latin American subcontinent, where almost half of the Catholics of the entire world live, many of whom are young people. ”
- Pope Benedict XVI
NDTV.com
Associated Press
Sunday, May 6, 2007 (Vatican City)
Pope Benedict XVI asked for prayers on Sunday ahead of his trip to Brazil this week, saying he was travelling to a 'continent of hope' because of its young population.
''It is my first pastoral visit to Latin America and I am preparing spiritually to meet the Latin American subcontinent, where almost half of the Catholics of the entire world live, many of whom are young people.''
Benedict said this during his traditional weekly appearance from his studio window overlooking St Peter's Square.
Benedict's five-day pilgrimage, which begins on Wednesday, is a key part of Church efforts to strengthen its battle to retain its predominant role in the region where evangelical Protestants are growing in influence and winning converts from Catholicism.
''I think the Pope's trip to Brazil is very important for us and for the growth of our country. He represents hope, especially for our youth,'' said Sister Lucia, a nun from Brazil.
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