Pope Praises Teresians on 100th Anniversary
(January 19, 2011) Pope Benedict XVI has praised the Teresian Association saying its basic inspiration was to give renewed courage in an exacting Christian life. The Pope’s message was addressed to the Association for the 100th anniversary of its foundation.
The Teresian Association was founded by St. Pedro Poveda in Covadonga, Spain, in 1911. Today it is present in 30 countries and is classified as a private international association of the faithful. The official ceremony to open the centenary celebrations took place last Saturday in the Spanish capital Madrid. Pope Benedict referred to the founder, who he said brought the Teresian Association to life with determination, gentleness and competence."
He invited Teresians and their associates to renew with joy their commitment to cultivate diligently in their heart the presence of Christ, according to their great teacher St. Teresa, so that their lives are an example in the world and their activities project the light of God in every human being."
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