I cannot imagine a Christian who does not know how to smile. May we joyfully witness to our faith.

The times talk to us of so much poverty in the world and this is a scandal. Poverty in the world is a scandal. In a world where there is so much wealth, so many resources to feed everyone, it is unfathomable that there are so many hungry children, that there are so many children without an education, so many poor persons. Poverty today is a cry.

Indifference towards those in need is not acceptable for a Christian.

Without a solution to the problems of the poor, we will not solve the problems of the world. We need projects, mechanisms and processes to implement better distribution of resources, from the creation of new jobs to the integral promotion of those who are excluded'.

[Orthodox] are brothers, but I must respect them.

May all people here find inspiration and strength to build a future of reconciliation, justice and peace for all the children of this beloved land.

Life is a precious gift, but we realize this only when we give it to others.