We must not let ourselves fall into the vortex of pessimism. Faith can move mountains!

Thank God [Donald Trump] said I was a politician because Aristotle defined the human person as 'animal politicus.' At least I am a human person. As to whether I am a pawn, well, maybe, I don't know. I'll leave that up to your judgment and that of the people.

Humanity needs to weep, and this is the time to weep.

Be sanctuaries of respect for life, proclaiming the sacredness of every human life from conception to natural death

This visit is meant to express my closeness to our brothers and sisters who endured the suffering, loss and devastation caused by Typhoon Yolanda. Together with many people throughout the world, I have admired the heroic strength, faith and resilience demonstrated by so many Filipinos in the face of this natural disaster, and so many others.

Whoever does not pray to God, prays to the devil.

The Christian life is not limited to prayer, but requires an ongoing dedication and courage born of prayer.