(ANSA) - ROME, MAY 6 - Pope Francis told the newest cohort of
young men to join the Swiss Guards Monday that they should ditch
their phones and get out and visit Rome, taking part in the
local community.
Francis told the 34 new recruits that brought the world's
smallest army back up to its full complement: "I urge you to
actively and intensely cultivate community life.
"Today the habit is widespread among young people of spending
their spare time along with their computers or smartphones. And
so I say to you too, young Guards: go against the grain!
"It's better to use your free time for common activities, to get
to know Rome, for moments of fraternity in which to recount
yourselves and share things. These experiences will build up
inside of you and will accompany you for your whole lives".
(ANSA).