This comes after Cardinal Renato Martino complained to the Pope that while Christians usually welcome Muslim immigrants with open arms, the treatment is not mutual, and Christians are routinely denied the right to worship freely or even own a Bible.
Benedict said Christians were called to "open their arms and their hearts to everyone," regardless of their countries of origin.
"Obviously, it is also to be hoped that Christians who emigrate to countries with an Islamic majority find welcome and respect of their religious identities there," he said.
"More and more the importance of reciprocity in dialogue is felt."
With all due respect, Pope...Don't hold your breath.
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