The popes have spoken of human ecology, closely linked to environmental ecology. We are living in a time of crisis: we see this in the environment, but above all we see this in mankind Man is not in charge today, money is in charge, money rules. God our Father did not give the task of caring for the earth to money, but to us, to men and women: we have this task! Instead, men and women are sacrificed to the idols of profit and consumption: it is the 'culture of waste.'

More than by fear of going astray, my hope is that we will be moved by the fear of remaining shut up within structures which give us a false sense of security, within rules which make us harsh judges, within habits which make us feel safe, while at our door people are starving and Jesus does not tire of saying to us: 'Give them something to eat.'

I thank all missionaries, men and women who quietly work hard for the Lord and their brothers and sisters.

Evolution in nature is not opposed to the notion of Creation, because evolution presupposes the creation of beings that evolve.

Trade unions have been an essential force for social change, without which a semblance of a decent and humane society is impossible under capitalism.

Mercy is the true power that can save humanity and the world from sin and evil.

Every religion has its dignity ... in freedom of expression there are limits.