” ” "Europe is asked to face ever new scenarios. For this reason, to build unity, it must delve into the questions linked with roots, common objectives, and culture contributions. One may wonder whether religions are a resource or a threat at the current stage of Europe’s history". Msgr. Michael Fitzgerald, papal nuncio in Egypt, former president of the Papal council for interreligious dialogue, gave his own account at the meeting promoted by Comece, through his speech about "Europe, politics and interreligious dialogue". By mentioning the parable of the Samaritan, Fitzgerald stated that "we cannot expect others to approach us. We must move. We must approach the other people. We must get close to them, by establishing constructive relationships". In that way, "the role of the believers is essential, in the same way as freedom of religion is essential. And freedom of religion must be granted to all. In this way, it is also confirmed that faith is not a private case, but a social phenomenon with public value. The believers have the task of controlling. They must be certain that positive contributions can reach the society and politics". "Europe is in special need of that added the bishop -. There are lots of aspects in which ideas and values are necessary. For instance, research and technology pave the way to new scenarios for bioethics; wars and violence need marks of peace; poverty, in Europe and in the rest of the world, calls for the duty of social justice". ” “
