into a phase of investigation and challenge of the infringement by the competent offices, and a second phase of imposition of the sanction, which will
fall within the competences of the President of the Governorate. Finally, there
will be the right to
appeal heard by a single judge except in more cases of more severe penalties, for which the jurisdiction of the Court is established.</p>
<p>“To conclude this brief presentation, it may be observed that the laws
indicated above are notable not only for their undeniable substantial and systematic relevance, but also because they represent a further significant step on the part of the
Vatican legislator towards the refinement of its legal code, necessary to assume and promote the constructive and useful proposals of the international Community with a view to more intense international cooperation and a more effective pursuit of the
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<p>WORLD TOURISM DAY: “TOURISM AND WATER - PROTECTING OUR COMMON FUTURE”</p>
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<p>Vatican City, 11 July 2013 (VIS) – A communique was published this morning by the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Itinerant Peoples to mark the occasion of the 2013 World Tourism Day. The full original text is given
below: </p>
<p>“On September 27, we will celebrate World Tourism Day, following the theme suggested for this year by the World Tourism Organization: 'Tourism and water: protecting our common future'. This is in line with the 'International Year of Cooperation
for Water', that was proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations, during the International Decade for Action 'Water, source of life' (2005-2015),
in order to highlight 'that water is critical for sustainable development, especially for
environmental integrity and eradication of poverty and hunger, it is essential for the health and well-being of human beings, and is fundamental to achieve the Millennium Development Goals'.</p>
<p>“The Holy See also wishes to join in this commemoration, bringing its contribution from its own perspective, aware of the importance of the phenomenon of tourism at the present time and the challenges and opportunities it provides to our
mission of evangelization. This is one of the economic sectors with the largest
and fastest growth in the world. We must not forget that last year it was exceeded the milestone of one billion international tourists, to which we must add the even higher
figures of local tourism.</p>
<p>“In the tourism sector, water is of crucial importance, an asset and a
resource. It is an asset because people feel naturally drawn to it, and there are millions of tourists seeking to enjoy this natural element during their days off, by
choosing as their holiday destination some ecosystems where water is the most specific element (wetlands, beaches, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, islands, glaciers or snowfields, just to name a few), or trying to grasp its many benefits (especially in
seaside resorts or spas). At the same time, water is also a resource for the tourism industry and it is essential, among other things, to hotels, restaurants and leisure activities.</p>
<p>“Looking at the future, tourism will be a real benefit if it will be able to manage these resources according to the criteria of the 'green economy', an economy whose environmental impact is kept within acceptable limits. We are invited,
therefore, to promote ecotourism, environmentally friendly and sustainable, that can surely promote the creation of new jobs, support the local economy and
reduce poverty.</p>
<p>“There is no doubt that tourism plays a fundamental role in preserving
the environment, by being one of its great ally, but also a fierce enemy. If, for instance, in order to achieve a quick and easy economic profit, the tourism
industry is
allowed to pollute a place, this location will cease to be a popular destination for tourists.</p>
<p>“We know that water, key to sustainable development, is an essential element for life. Without water there is no life. 'However, year after year the
pressure on this resource increases. One out of three people live in a country with moderate to
high-water shortages, and it is possible that by 2030 the shortage will affect almost half of the world’s population, since its demand may exceed the supply by 40%'. According to UN data, about one billion people have no access to drinking water.
And the challenges related to this issue will increase significantly in the coming years, mainly because it is poorly distributed, polluted and wasted, or priority is given to certain incorrect or unjust uses, in addition to the consequences of climate
change. Tourism also is often in competition with other sectors for the usage of water, and not infrequently it is noted that water is abundant and is wasted
in tourism structures, while for the surrounding populations
it is scarce.</p>
<p>“The sustainable management of this natural resource is a challenge for the social, economic and environmental order, but especially because of the
ethical nature, starting from the principle of the universal destination of the
goods of the
earth, which is a natural and original right, to which it must be submitted all
the legislation relating to those goods. The Social Doctrine of the Church highlights the validity and application of this principle, with explicit references to water.</p>
<p>“Indeed, our commitment to preserving creation stems from recognizing it as God’s gift to the whole human family, and from hearing the Creator’s calling, who invites us to preserve it, aware of being the stewards, not owners, of the
gift He gives us.</p>
<p>“Concern for the environment is an important topic for Pope Francis, who has already made many references to it. In the very mass of the inauguration of his Petrine ministry he invited us to be 'stewards of creation,
of God’s plan written
in nature, the guardians of the other, of the environment; let us not allow' he
said, 'that signs of destruction and death accompany our journey in this world', recalling that 'everything is entrusted to the custody of man, and it is everyone’s
responsibility'. </p>
<p>“Stressing even more this calling, the Holy Father stated during a General Audience: 'Cultivating and preserving creation is a directive of God given not only at the beginning of history, but to each one of us; it is part of his plan; it means
allowing the world to grow responsibly, transforming it to be a garden, a living place for all .... Instead we are often driven by pride of domination, of possession, manipulation, exploitation; we do not 'preserve' it, do not respect it, do not
consider it as a free gift to care for. We are losing the attitude of wonder, contemplation, listening to creation'. </p>
<p>“If we foster this attitude of listening, we can discover how water speaks to us also of his Creator and reminds us of his story of love for humanity. Regarding this, it is eloquent the prayer for the blessing of water, that the Roman liturgy
uses both at the Easter Vigil and in the Ritual of baptism, where it is recalled that the Lord used this gift as a sign and remembrance of his goodness: Creation, the flood that puts an end to sin, the crossing of the Red Sea that delivers from slavery,
the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan, the washing of the feet that turns into the
precept of love, the water pouring out of the side of Christ Crucified, the command of the Risen Lord to make disciples and baptize them ... are milestones
in the history of
Salvation, in which water takes on a high symbolic value.</p>
<p>“Water speaks of life, purification, regeneration and transcendence. In the liturgy, water manifests the life of God shared with us in Christ. Jesus
himself presents himself as the one who quenches our thirst, from whose breast rivers of living
water shall flow, and in his dialogue with the Samaritan woman he says: 'whoever drinks of the water that I will give will never thirst'. Thirst evokes
the deepest yearnings of the human heart, his failures and his quest for authentic happiness beyond
himself. And Christ is the one who gives the water that quenches the thirst within, he is the source of rebirth, the bath that purifies. He is the source of living water. </p>
<p>“For this reason, it is necessary to reiterate that all those involved
in the phenomenon of tourism have a big responsibility for water management, in
order for this sector to be effectively a source of wealth at a social, ecological, cultural
and economic level. While we must work to fix the damage already done, we should also encourage its rational use and minimize the impact by promoting appropriate policies and providing effective ways, aiming at protecting our common future. Our attitude
towards nature and the mismanagement of its resources cannot burden others as well as future generations.</p>
<p>“Therefore more determination from politicians and entrepreneurs is necessary, because, although all are aware of the challenges made by the issue of water, we are conscious that this willingness should be put into practice with binding,
specific and verifiable commitments.</p>
<p>“This situation requires above all a change of mentality leading to adopt a different lifestyle marked by sobriety and self-discipline. We must ensure that tourists are aware and reflect on their responsibilities and the impact of their trip.
They must be convinced that not everything is allowed, although they personally
carry the economic burden. We need to educate and encourage the small gestures allowing us not to waste or pollute the water and, at the same time, help us appreciate even
more its importance.</p>
<p>“We share the Holy Father’s concern to take 'all the serious commitment to respect and preserve creation, to be responsible for every person, to oppose the culture of waste, to promote a culture of solidarity and encounter'. </p>
<p>“With St. Francis, the 'Little Poor' of Assisi, we raise our hymn to God, praising him for his creatures: 'Praised be to you, my Lord, for sister Water, which is very useful and humble and precious and pure'”.</p>
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<p>OTHER PONTIFICAL ACTS</p>
<p>Vatican City, 11 July 2013 (VIS) – Today, the Holy Father:</p>
<p>- appointed Archbishop Leo Boccardi as apostolic nuncio to Iran. Archbishop Boccardi was previously apostolic nuncio to Sudan and Eritrea.</p>
<p>- appointed Fr. Miguel Angel Cabello Almada, of the clergy of Caacupe, Paraguay, as bishop of Conception (area 30,984, population 406,000, Catholics 399,000, priests 34, religious 66), Paraguay. The bishop-elect was born in Piribebuy, Paraguay in
1965 and was ordained a priest in 1991. He obtained a licentiate and doctorate in dogmatic theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, and has served in a number of pastoral roles, including head of the sanctuary “Dulce Nombre de
Jesus” in Piribebuy, formator of the national minor seminary of Villarrica, vicar of the parish of Tobati, professor in the Higher Institute of
Theology, Asuncion, vicar of the parish of “Primaro de marzo”, Caacupe, and spiritual
director of the national minor seminary in Caacupe. He succeeds Bishop Zacarias
Ortiz Rolon, S.D.B., whose resignation from the pastoral care of the same diocese the Holy Father accepted, upon having reached the age limit.</p>
<p>- appointed Bishop Jan Orosch as archbishop of Trnava (area 4,833, population 52,070, Catholics 51,915, priests 63, permanent deacons 1, religious
38), Slovakia. Bishop Orosch, previously apostolic administrator sede vacante of Trnava, was born in
Bratislava, Slovakia in 1953, was ordained to the priesthood in 1976, and received episcopal ordination in 2004.</p>
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