Last week upon receiving in audience the bishops of Belarus, Pope Benedict stated that "It is particularly important to proclaim with a new and incisive enthusiasm the perennial Gospel message in a society that is not immune to the temptations of secularization, hedonism and relativism." The Pope also spoke of the importance of education and catechesis, especially of the youth: "As I noted many times before, today we are living a type of 'emergency' in this delicate and essential area, and it is necessary to multiply our efforts so as to offer a solid formation, first and foremost to the new generation." Benedict XVI noted the importance of catechesis that fits the needs of people in all stages of their lives.
