Have public counsellors; let the bishops be summoned often to national councils; let the people take part in the elections of bishops, choosing men who are beloved and respected by the people; and let the bishops mingle with the masses, not only to pass tinder triumphal arches, to be saluted by clanging bells, but to become acquainted with the masses, to encourage them in the imitation of Christ.

Let them do these things rather than shut themselves up in the episcopal palaces, like princes of the Orient, as so many now do.

And give them all the authority which is compatible with that of Peter.
"May I continue, Your Holiness ?" The Pope, who while Benedetto had been speaking had kept his eyes fixed on his face, now bowed his head slightly, in answer.
"The third evil spirit which is corrupting the Church does not disguise itself as an angel of light, for it well knows it cannot deceive; it is satisfied with the garb of common, human honesty.

This is the spirit of avarice.

The Vicar of Christ dwells in this royal palace as he dwelt in his episcopal palace, with the pure heart of poverty.