It seems clear to me also that climate change is a problem which can no longer be left to our future generation.

Jesus’ Cross shows the full force of evil, but also the full power of God’s mercy.

Forgiveness is not a result of our efforts, but is a gift. It is a gift of the Holy Spirit who showers us with mercy and grace that pours forth unceasingly from the open heart of Christ crucified and risen.

That is why the center of our faith isn't just a book, but a history of Salvation, and above all, it's about a person: Jesus Christ, the Word of God made flesh.

Lord, with so much violence in Iraq, may we persevere in our prayer and generosity.

Dear friends, let us not forget the flesh of Christ which is in the flesh of refugees: their flesh is the flesh of Christ. It is also your task to direct all the institutions working in the area of forced migration to new forms of co-responsibility. This phenomenon is unfortunately constantly spreading. Hence your task is increasingly demanding in order to promote tangible responses of closeness, journeying with people, taking into account the different local backgrounds.

Consumerism has brought us anxiety. Set aside time to play with your children, and turn off the TV when they sit down to eat.