Once man has lost the fundamental orientation which unifies his existence, he breaks down into the multiplicity of his desires; in refusing to await the time of promise, his life-story disintegrates into a myriad of unconnected instants.

The joy of the gospel fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus.

Consumerism has brought us anxiety. Set aside time to play with your children, and turn off the TV when they sit down to eat.

The thing the Church needs most today is the ability to heal wounds and to warm the hearts of the faithful.

During Lent, let us find concrete ways to overcome our indifference.

Our efforts must aim at restoring hope, righting wrongs, maintaining commitments, and thus promoting the well-being of individuals and of peoples.

Accompanying the people in their growth through good times and also through their difficulties, accompanying people in their joy and in their bad moments, in their difficulties when there is no work, ill health and the challenge of the Church.