In effect, a selfish and boundless thirst for power and material prosperity leads both to the misuse of available natural resources and to the exclusion of the weak and the disadvantaged.

Be close to the poor and to those in need, so as to touch in their flesh the wounded flesh of Jesus. Please, draw near to them!

God always has patience.

We need to be creative with young people. If they have no opportunities, they will get into drugs and be vulnerable to suicide.

REJECT ALL FORMS OF CORRUPTION THAT DIVERT RESOURCES FROM THE POOR

Let us thank all those who teach in Catholic schools. Educating is an act of love; it is like giving life.

You can't govern without loving the people and without humility!