The Challenge of Materialism
The second part of the encyclical deals with conversion, specifically a Marian conversion of heart and society. The Virgin invites to the conversion of hearts and the hope of forgiveness. Individual conversion is not enough. The Pope appeals for Christian renewal of society in answer to Mary's appeal.
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