Pilgrims should be able to find spiritual knowledge in basilicas: Pope – Vatican News

Mr. Jinu Thekketalakkal, Vatican City

Thanking everyone for their cooperation in beautifying St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican through innovative technologies, both spiritually and materially, Pope Francis sent a message to technical experts and team members for the construction and maintenance of St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican. The Pope gave his message during the meeting held on November 11. Papa said that the use of technology not only reminds us of creativity but also responsibility. The Pope also emphasized the need to use technology to nurture others in spirituality.

As a place of faith and history for all visitors, St. Peter’s Basilica should feel welcome and welcoming to those who believe and seek faith, to those who contemplate artistic beauty of Rome and for those who want to understand its cultural heritage. said the Pope.

Since the heart of the basilica is the tomb of Peter, the disciple chosen by the Lord Jesus as the first of the apostles, the Pope asked that the activities carried out in the basilica should be to be able to help the believers spiritually. The Pope then confirmed the three responsibilities of listening to prayer, showing faith, and caring for the pilgrim. The Pope said that the builders should think that they are in a holy place, giving pilgrims the opportunity to really meditate.

Inside the basilica, the Pope asked us not to look like a tourist, but like pilgrims, to look at other people and help them, with a vision based on faith. The Pope said that all construction work should be done with a pastoral purpose and this is a sign of a good approach to pilgrims.

Finally, the Pope emphasized that the sacrament of Holy Confession is a great work in the basilica in a hidden way. Even non-Christians should consider going to their confessions to ask for blessings, the Pope said, adding that the beauty of all forgiveness is rooted in Holy Confession, which is an art of personal communication .