Inconsistency on the part of pastors and the faithful between what they say and what they do, between word and manner of life, is undermining the Church’s credibility.
A Christian who does not pray for those who govern is not a good Christian.
Grace is not part of consciousness; it is the amount of light in our souls, not knowledge nor reason.
A Christian brings peace to others. Not only peace, but also love, kindness, faithfulness and joy.
We are all jars of clay, fragile and poor, yet we carry within us an immense treasure.
The one who listens attentively to the Word of God and truly prays, always asks the Lord: what is your will for me?
No elderly person should be like an “exile” in our families. The elderly are a treasure for our society.
Where we find hate and darkness, may we bring love and hope, in order to give a more human face to society.
Christ comes among us at Christmas: it is the perfect time for a personal encounter with the Lord.
The thing the Church needs most today is the ability to heal wounds and to warm the hearts of the faithful.
There is so much noise in the world! May we learn to be silent in our hearts and before God.
Human trafficking is a scourge, a crime against the whole of humanity. It is time to join forces and work together to free its victims and to eradicate this crime that affects all of us, from individual families to the worldwide community.
Your sins are great? Just tell the Lord: Forgive me, help me to get up again, change my heart!
We are all missionary disciples.
The great challenge facing us today is to learn once again how to talk to one another, not simply how to generate and consume information.
Many powerful people don’t want peace, because they live off war.
Don’t be afraid to ask God for forgiveness. He never tires of forgiving us. God is pure mercy.
Miracles happen. But prayer is needed! Prayer that is courageous, struggling and persevering, not prayer that is a mere formality.
To imitate the hatred and violence of tyrants and murderers is the best way to take their place.
It is God who gives life. Let us respect and love human life, especially vulnerable life in a mother’s womb.