The confessional is not a torture chamber, but the place in which the Lord's mercy motivates us to do better.

I ask you to ensure that humanity is served by wealth, and not ruled by it.

We don't need youth museums but we do need holy young people.

Reforming the social structures which perpetuate poverty and the exclusion of the poor first requires a conversion of mind and heart.

Sin is not a stain that I must wash out. What I need to do is ask forgiveness and reconcile myself, not go to the drycleaners. I have to go encounter Jesus who gave his life for me.

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Never resort to war! Never war! Above all, I think of all the children who are robbed of their hope for a better life and a decent future. Killed children, wounded children, mutilated children, orphans, children who play with remnants of war, instead of toys. Children who don't know how to smile. Please stop! I ask you with all my heart. It's time to stop. Stop it please!

We need to build up society in the light of the Beatitudes, walking towards the Kingdom with the least among us.