Trade unions have been an essential force for social change, without which a semblance of a decent and humane society is impossible under capitalism.

Despite our sins, we can say with Peter: Lord, you know everything, you know that I love you.

Human rights are not only violated by terrorism, repression or assassination, but also by unfair economic structures that creates huge inequalities.

The 'Church' is ... catholic because her communion embraces the whole human race.

Our prayer cannot be reduced to an hour on Sundays. It is important to have a daily relationship with the Lord.

It is now, more than ever, necessary that political leaders be outstanding for honesty, integrity and commitment to the common good. Thus will they be able to marshal the moral resources needed to face the demands of the present, and to pass on to coming generations a society of authentic justice, solidarity and peace.

Although the life of a person is in a land full of thorns and weeds, there is always a space in which the good seed can grow. You have to trust God.