I want to see the church get closer to the people. I want to get rid of clericalism, the mundane, this closing ourselves off within ourselves, in our parishes, schools or structures. Because these need to get out!

How does St. Joseph exercise his role as protector? Discreetly, humbly and silently, but with an unfailing presence and utter fidelity, even when he finds it hard to understand.

The teachings of the Gospel have direct consequences for our way of thinking, feeling and living.

Being a Christian means renouncing ourselves, taking up the cross and carrying it with Jesus. There is no other way.

The most important thing is the first proclamation: Jesus Christ has saved you.

Our relationship with the followers of Islam has taken on great importance, since they are now significantly present in many traditionally Christian countries, where they can freely worship and become fully a part of society. We must never forget that they "profess to hold the faith of Abraham, and together with us they adore the one, merciful God, who will judge humanity on the last day".

I beg the Lord to grant us more politicians who are genuinely disturbed by the state of society, the people, the lives of the poor!