Christians must show world what journey to unity looks like, pope says
Pope Francis delivers his blessing during his general audience in the library of the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican Jan. 20, 2021. (CNS photo/Vatican Media)
By Carol Glatz • Catholic News Service • Posted January 20, 2021
VATICAN CITY (CNS) Unity requires prayer, love and fighting the devil, who always sows division, Pope Francis said.
The devil “fosters division everywhere and in every way” by tempting people “with the weaknesses of our brothers and sisters. He is astute: He magnifies others’ mistakes and defects, sows discord, provokes criticism and creates factions,” the pope said Jan. 20 during his weekly general audience.