Non-Christians, by God’s gracious initiative,
when they are faithful to their own consciences, can live “justified by the
grace of God”, and thus be “associated to the paschal mystery of Jesus
Christ”….God’s working in them tends to produce signs and rites, sacred expressions
which in turn bring others to a communitarian experience of journeying towards
God. While these lack the meaning and efficacy of the sacraments instituted by
Christ, they can be channels which the Holy Spirit raises up in order to
liberate non-Christians….The same Spirit everywhere brings forth various forms
of practical wisdom which help people to bear suffering and to live in greater
peace and harmony. As Christians, we can…benefit from these treasures built up
over many centuries, which can help us better to live our own beliefs.
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