Why are deadly weapons being sold to those who plan to inflict untold suffering on individuals and society? Sadly, the answer, as we all know, is simply for money: money that is drenched in blood, often innocent blood. In the face of this shameful and culpable silence, it is our duty to confront the problem and to stop the arms trade.

We must always walk in the presence of the Lord, in the light of the Lord, always trying to live in an irreprehensible way.

Do I pray that the Lord gives me the desire to do his will, or do I look for compromises because I'm afraid of God's will?

We are impatient, anxious to see the whole picture, but God lets us see things slowly, quietly.

How does St. Joseph exercise his role as protector? Discreetly, humbly and silently, but with an unfailing presence and utter fidelity, even when he finds it hard to understand.

If in so many parts of the world there are children who have nothing to eat, that's not news, it seems normal. It cannot be this way!

The two key words for the European Union are creativity and fruitfulness. That's the challenge.