The Church is not a political power, nor a political party, but rather a moral reality, a moral force.

the Twelve Apostles are the most evident sign of Jesus' will regarding the existence and mission of his Church, the guarantee that between Christ and the Church there is no opposition: despite the sins of the people who make up the Church, they are inseparable. Therefore, a slogan that was popular some years back, 'Jesus yes, Church no,' is totally inconceivable with the intention of Christ. This individualistically chosen Jesus is an imaginary Jesus.

I am simply a pilgrim beginning the last leg of his pilgrimage on this earth.

A theologian who does not love art, poetry, music and nature can be dangerous. Blindness and deafness toward the beautiful are not incidental; they necessarily are reflected in his theology.

The world promises you comfort, but you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness.

The closer a person is to God, the closer he is to people.

Nourishment is a factor which touches on the fundamental right to life.