The Vatican has issued Pope Francis' Message for the 52nd World Day of Peace, which takes place on January 1, 2019, the Independent Catholic News website reports today (December 19, 2018).
In his message, the pope reflects on the role of "good politics at the service of peace." Those who hold political office, he says, must exercise their office in service to others, basing their work on the foundation of charity and human virtues.
At the same time, Pope Francis warns of the vices that can afflict politics, including corruption, xenophobia, racism, lack of concern for the environment, and contempt for exiles.
He encourages politics to "foster the talents of young people and their aspirations" in order to promote peace, noting that "Everyone can contribute his or her stone to help build the common home."
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