"The awarding of the Nobel Prize for Peace to President Obama is greeted with appreciation in the Vatican, in light of the commitment demonstrated by the President for the promotion of peace in the international arena, and in particular also recently in favor of nuclear disarmament. It's hoped that this very important recognition will further encourage that commitment, which is difficult but fundamental for the future of humanity, so that the desired results will be obtained."
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Congratulations President Obama !!! ~ Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. ~ Matthew 5:9
You seem to have forgotten to post this story:
http://blogs.abcnews.com/george/2009/10/breaking-catholic-bishops-on-health-care-change-bills-or-else.html
Katherine,
Where is your piece about the L'Osservatore Romano story concerning Obama's peace prize? They say that it is "premature" and, also, that Obama should take note of Mother Teresa's statement upon winning the same medal. She stated that the greatest war being waged was against the baby in the womb. Oh, well, we all know he is not interested in stopping that.
Cardinal Francis George of Chicago issued the following:
“In the name of the Catholic Bishops of the United States, I would like to offer congratulations to President Barack Obama on his receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. As he has graciously said, much of the work of realizing a more peaceful and just world for all persons and nations remains to be done; but the prize was given because as President of the United States he has already changed the international conversation.
“In our own country, the remarkable and historic achievement of his election has changed the relationships between men and women of all races. The rich diversity of United States society is now more surely anchored in a national unity that is better able to foster the peace we all are challenged to pursue. Our prayer is that almighty God will bless the President and his family.”
Mother Teresa also said:
"If you judge people, you have no time to love them."
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