We cannot keep ourselves shut up in parishes, in our communities, when so many people are waiting for the Gospel!

Our world needs good and strong families.

Each encounter with Jesus fills us with joy, with that deep joy which only God can give.

States kill when they apply the death penalty, when they send their people to war, or when they carry out extra-judicial or summary executions. They can also kill by omission, when they fail to guarantee to their people access to the bare essentials for life.

The joy of the gospel fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus. Those who accept His offer of salvation are set free from sin, sorrow, inner emptiness, and loneliness. With Christ joy is constantly born anew.

Today is my anniversary of ordination to the priesthood. Please pray for me and all priests.

Let us protect Christ in our lives, so that we can protect others, so that we can protect creation!