I READ WITH GREAT INTEREST the special report, In Poland, Pope
Benedict calls for solid faith, reconciliation, peace (CN, Jun
11).
It is encouraging to note that Pope Benedict is perpetuating the
legacy of spreading the same message of love, peace and
reconciliation left behind by his predecessor, Pope John Paul II.
In Poland he reached out to thousands of Poles with the love of
Jesus Christ and revived the memories of the late Polish pope who
was dearly loved and respected there.
It must have been painful for the German-born pope to visit the
Auschwitz death camp where thousands of Jews subjected to the
atrocities of the German dictator, Adolf Hitler perished during
World War II.
As a Catholic, I am proud of Pope Benedict XVI. I am confident
that, with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, he, like his
predecessor, will also do something beautiful for the glory of God
during his papacy. What he has done so far augurs well for the
future.
Nelson Quah
Singapore 650524