A beautiful homily, a genuine sermon, must begin with the first proclamation, with the proclamation of salvation. There is nothing more solid, deep and sure than this proclamation.
Pope FrancisGod understands us, He waits for us. He doesn't get tired of forgiving us. If we repent and go to him with a truly open heart.
Pope FrancisLike Mary, may we nurture the light born within us at Christmas. May we carry it everywhere in our daily lives.
Pope FrancisThat which gives us true freedom and true happiness is the compassionate love of Christ.
Pope FrancisI see clearly that the thing the church needs most today is the ability to heal wounds and to warm the hearts of the faithful; it needs nearness, proximity. I see the church as a field hospital after battle... The church sometimes has locked itself up in small things, in small-minded rules. The most important thing is the first proclamation: Jesus Christ has saved you.
Pope Francis