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THE STATE MUST SUPPORT VICTIMS OF USURY

July 2, 2009

VATICAN CITY, 1 JUL 2009 (VIS) – Among his greetings at the end of the general audience, celebrated this morning in St. Peter’s Square, the Pope addressed representatives of the Italian National Anti-Usury Council, whom he thanked for the “important and much appreciated work you carry our with victims of this social blight.

“My hope”, he added, “is that there be a renewed commitment on everyone’s part effectively to combat the devastating phenomenon of usury and extortion, which constitutes a humiliating form of slavery. On the part of the State may there be no lack of appropriate aid and support for families in difficulties who find the courage to denounce those who take advantage of their often tragic situation”.

He then turned to address people currently on holiday, expressing his hope that this period will prove “serene and profitable for everyone” To the people who, for various reasons, “are unable to enjoy a vacation”, he said, “goes my hope that you may not lack the solidarity and closeness of your loved ones”.

Finally, “my special thoughts go to young people who are currently sitting examinations, I assure them all of a mention in my prayers”.

Posted by George Vogt · Filed Under Catholic World News 

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