The Christian family is missionary: it announces the love of God to the world.

Christianity spreads through the joy of disciples who know that they are loved and saved.

It does not render justice to the victims, but rather fosters vengeance.

It seems clear to me also that climate change is a problem which can no longer be left to our future generation.

Christmas celebrations are often full of sound. It would be good for us to make room for silence, to hear the voice of Love.

I would like to ask you all to see a ray of hope as well in the eyes and hearts of refugees and of those who have been forcibly displaced. A hope that is expressed in expectations for the future, in the desire for friendship, in the wish to participate in the host society also through learning the language, access to employment and the education of children. I admire the courage of those who hope to be able gradually to resume a normal life, waiting for joy and love to return to brighten their existence. We can and must all nourish this hope!

I have come that they may have life and have it in abundance, says Jesus. This is where true wealth is found, not in material things!