18 May 2010

World Communications Day 2010

On Sunday the Church observed World Communications Day, a day dedicated to social communications (the observance of which originated with the Second Vatican Council). This year's theme, "The Priest and Pastoral Ministry in a Digital World: New Media at the Service of the Word," was designed to coincide with the Church’s celebration of the Year for Priests.

Pope Benedict XVI released his message for this, the 44th World Communications Day, on 24 January, the Feast of Saint Francis de Sales (patron saint of writers and of journalists. The message may be accessed by visiting:

Message of Pope Benedict XVI for the 44th World Communications Day

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