VATICAN CITY, NOV 6, 2004 (VIS) - This morning the Holy Father received 7,000 directors and associates of the Bank of Cooperative Credit of Rome on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of its foundation.
After recalling that the bank was founded with the aim "of offering a service of solidarity and cooperation to society, based on the principles and teachings of the social doctrine of the Catholic Church," the Pope expressed the desire that with their contribution "it may continue on its path, always keeping in mind the needs of the common good."
John Paul II thanked them for the bank's help "for ecclesiastical communities, parishes, especially in rural areas and for the promotion handled by Church and religious communities. … As believers, always keep in mind that in order to carry out your task, you must cultivate an assiduous personal relationship with Christ."
"In all times, especially in our age," he concluded, "Christians must inspire authentic social change and hope in the Gospel. For this reason, the Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church, which was recently published, will be useful to you for your formation and Christian witness."
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