They preach the just distribution of riches, and that is well; but they too often forget to preach also poverty of the heart, and if they are deterred from doing this by mercenary motives, then this is another abomination in the eyes of God.

Purge your actions of these abominations.

Call all well-intentioned men to help, especially in works of justice and of love, satisfied yourselves to have initiated these labours.

By your words and by your example preach poverty of the heart to rich and poor alike." The audience swayed confusedly, drawn in different directions.

Benedetto covered his face with his hands, while he collected his thoughts.
"You ask me what you are to do ?" he said uncovering his face.
He reflected a moment longer and then continued: "I see, In the future, Catholic laymen striving zealously for Christ and for truth, and finding a means of instituting unions different from those of the present.