It is not enough to say we are Christians. We must live the faith, not only with our words, but with our actions.

Lord, teach us to step outside ourselves. Teach us to go out into the streets and manifest your love.

Oh, how I would like a poor Church, and for the poor.

I thank all missionaries, men and women who quietly work hard for the Lord and their brothers and sisters.

We ask the risen Jesus, who turns death into life, to change hatred into love, vengeance into forgiveness, war into peace. Yes, Christ is our peace, and through him to implore peace for all the world.

We need to see each child as a gift to be welcomed, cherished, and protected.

Let us build our lives of faith on the rock who is Christ.