Do not be afraid to go forth and announce the Risen Christ.

Just as the commandment 'Thou shalt not kill' sets a clear limit in order to safeguard the value of human life, today we also have to say 'thou shalt not' to an economy of exclusion and inequality. Such an economy kills. How can it be that it is not a news item when an elderly homeless person dies of exposure, but it is news when the stock market loses two points?

The search for God means having the courage to set out on a risky path, it means following our restless hearts.

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

May the God of peace arouse in all an authentic desire for dialogue and reconciliation. Violence cannot be overcome with violence. Violence is overcome with peace.

The teachings of the Gospel have direct consequences for our way of thinking, feeling and living.

Do I take the Gospel message of reconciliation and love into the places where I live and work?