Mary’s life shows that God accomplishes great deeds through those who are the most humble.

Each person, and every people hungers and thirsts for peace; therefore, it is necessary and urgent to build peace!

The Bishops of the Philippines have asked that this year be set aside as the ‘Year of the Poor.’ I hope that this prophetic summons will challenge everyone, at all levels of society, to reject every form of corruption which diverts resources from the poor, and to make concerted efforts to ensure the inclusion of every man and woman and child in the life of the community.

Let us learn from Christ how to pray, to forgive, to sow peace, and to be near those in need.

A man who does not know how to have a relationship of friendship with a woman - I'm not talking about misogynists, who are sick - well, he's a man who is missing something.

In the face of life’s difficulties, let us ask the Lord for the strength to remain joyful witnesses to our faith.

The Son of God became incarnate in the souls of men to instill the feeling of brotherhood. All are brothers and all children of God.