Whenever we take a step towards Jesus, we come to realize that he is already there, waiting for us with open arms.

It grieves me when I see a priest or a nun with the latest model car.

Above all, you ask if the God of Christians forgives those who do not believe and who do not seek faith. Given the premise, and this is fundamental, that the mercy of God is limitless for those who turn to him with a sincere and contrite heart, the issue for the unbeliever lies in obeying his or her conscience.

Division within a Christian community is a very grave sin; it is the work of the devil.

When I confess a couple who have kids, a married couple, I ask, 'how many children do you have?' Some get worried and think the priest will ask why I don't have more. I would make a second question, 'Do you play with your children?' The majority say, 'but father, I have no time. I work all day.'

The people that does not care for its children or grandparents is a people that has not future. Because it doesn't have the strength or the memory to go forward.

What God cares about most is that we are His friends.