Pope Benedict with a Shout Out to Hobby Lobby?

This latest papal tweet makes me think of Hobby Lobby and of all in the United States facing the choice of violating our consciences or standing up against the administration.

May we defend the right of conscientious objection of individuals and institutions, promoting freedom and respect for all.
— Benedict XVI (@Pontifex) January 7, 2013

Quite relevant, no?

Two political issues to pray for ...

Nigerians have a special place in my heart, as so many have been victims of senseless violence in recent months.
— Benedict XVI (@Pontifex) January 7, 2013

Please join me in praying for Syria, so that constructive dialogue will replace the horrendous violence.
— Benedict XVI (@Pontifex) January 7, 2013

Word must be getting out about TCF's little project (see previous post on this blog), because respondents are quickly putting themselves up for adoption.

.@pontifex I would like for you to tweet more about your adventures in the Hitler Youth. Thank you.
— Martin Soneby (@MartinSoneby) January 7, 2013

.@pontifex Does that include the right to conscientiously object to Roman Catholicism's bigotry against LGBT folk? @clgrossman
— The One True b!X (@theonetruebix) January 7, 2013

Kudos to Lisa for the quick reply!

@pontifex Thank you especially for your prayers for America.
— Lisa Graas (@CatholicLisa) January 7, 2013

And to Father Z for a second week of the group Tweeting for the Holy Father.