Silence 'is so lacking in this world which is often too noisy, which is not favorable to recollection and listening to the voice of God. In this time of preparation for Christmas, let us cultivate interior recollection so as to receive and keep Jesus in our lives.'
Pope Benedict XVIThe Gospel purifies and renews, it bears fruit, wherever the community of believers hears it and receives Godโs grace in truth and charity. This is my confidence, this is my joy.
Pope Benedict XVIMany people perceive Christianity as something institutional - rather than as an encounter with Christ - which explains why they don't see it as a source of joy.
Pope Benedict XVIThe one and only Gospel waits to be proclaimed by everyone together, in love and reciprocal esteem.
Pope Benedict XVI