As part of his Apostolic Visit to Milan, Pope Benedict XVI met with young people who
are preparing for Confirmation, or who have recently received it. Listen: Addressing the
young people gathered in Milan’s San Siro stadium on Saturday morning, the Holy Father
spoke about the gifts of the Holy Spirit, saying that they are a “stupendous reality
that will allow them to be formed as Christians, to live the Gospel, and to be active
members of the community.” Through the grace of these gifts, the Holy Father continued,
one can enter into a more profound relationship with Christ. “Christian life,” he
said, “is a journey, it is like hiking up a mountain path in the company of Jesus.
With these precious gifts [of the Holy Spirit] your friendship with Him will become
ever closer, and ever more true.” “Learn to dialogue with the Lord,” said Pope
Benedict, “confide in Him, tell Him your joys and your worries, and ask Him for light
and sustenance for your journey.”