The Church is called to draw near to every person, beginning with the poorest and those who suffer.

Leaders of the Church have often been Narcissus, flattered and sickeningly excited by their courtiers. The court is the leprosy of the papacy.

It seems that humanity is incapable of putting a halt to the shedding of innocent blood.

Please pray with me for everyone in Sri Lanka and the Philippines as I begin my trip.

Among our tasks as witnesses to the love of Christ is that of giving a voice to the cry of the poor.

Let us pray that the Church be holier and more humble, loving God by serving the poor, the lonely and the sick.

In the difficult moments of life, Christians can turn to the Mother of God and find protection and care.