Sarah, Ratzinger reassures bewildered

(ANSA) - ROME, JAN 13 - Benedict XVI with his intervention on the celibacy of priests "wanted to reassure the tens of millions of faithful Christians who feel disoriented". In an interview with Le Figaro, card. Robert Sarah who signed with Ratzinger the book dealing with the delibate issue. Sarah also points out that "the Church of the crisis is impressive".
Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni points out that "the Holy Father's position on celibacy is known. During the conversation with journalists on his return from Panama, Pope Francis said: 'A phrase from San Paolo VI comes to mind:' I prefer to give my life before change the law of celibacy. "And he added:" Personally I think that celibacy is a gift for the Church. I do not agree to allow optional celibacy, no. Only there would remain some possibilities in the most remote locations - I think of the Pacific Island ... when there is a pastoral need, there, the pastor must think of the faithful '".