Pope: Only in welcoming God can mankind find humanity and peace

In the “Urbi et Orbi” blessing, Benedict XVI talked about the “spiritual barrenness” threatening the technological man. Following the path of love indicated by God, mankind will be able to face problems like terrorism, poverty and environmental degradation. Mention was made of “men of goodwill” at work in the Holy Land, Lebanon, Iraq and Korea, “where signs of hope, which are not lacking, need to be confirmed by actions inspired by fairness and wisdom”.