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!

Christ is always faithful. Let us pray to be always faithful to him.

The Church needs you, your enthusiasm, your creativity and the joy that is so characteristic of you.

Today, we need a Church capable of walking at people's side, of doing more than simply listening to them; a Church which accompanies them on their journey.

Christmas celebrations are often full of sound. It would be good for us to make room for silence, to hear the voice of Love.

Perhaps I can say that I am a bit astute, that I can adapt to circumstances, but it is also true that I am a bit naive. Yes, but the best summary, the one that comes more from the inside and I feel most true is this: I am a sinner whom the Lord has looked upon.

There is never a reason to lose hope. Jesus says: “I am with you until the end of the world.