We have to state, without mincing words, that there is an inseparable bond between our faith and the poor. May we never abandon them.

I am always wary of decisions made hastily. I am always wary of the first decision, that is, the first thing that comes to my mind if I have to make a decision. This is usually the wrong thing. I have to wait and assess, looking deep into myself, taking the necessary time.

If there is no humility, love remains blocked.

Trade unions have been an essential force for social change, without which a semblance of a decent and humane society is impossible under capitalism.

Today people are suffering from poverty, but also from lack of love

Defend the unborn against abortion even if they persecute you, calumniate you, set traps for you, take you to court or kill you.

I wish to make add my voice to the cry which rises up with increasing anguish from every part of the world, from every people, from the heart of each person, from the one great family which is humanity: it is the cry for peace!