There are saints in the Roman Curia, among the cardinals, priests, religious, sisters and laity. They work hard, and also do things that are often hidden. I know some who concern themselves with feeding the poor or who give up their free time to work in a parish. As always, the ones who aren't saints make the most noise ... a single tree falling makes a sound, but a whole forest growing doesn't.

Mercy is the true power that can save humanity and the world from sin and evil.

A way has to be found to enable everyone to benefit from the fruits of the earth, and not simply to close the gap between the affluent and those who must be satisfied with the crumbs falling from the table, but above all to satisfy the demands of justice, fairness and respect for every human being.

To be friends with God means to pray with simplicity, like children talking to their parents.

Let us keep the flame of faith alive through prayer and the sacraments: let us make sure we do not forget God.

Dear young people, don't be afraid to marry. A faithful and fruitful marriage will bring you happiness.

Consumerism has accustomed us to waste. But throwing food away is like stealing it from the poor and hungry.