No one must say that they cannot be close to the poor because their own lifestyle demands more attention to other areas. This is an excuse commonly heard in academic, business or professional, and even ecclesial circles. While it is quite true that the essential vocation and mission of the lay faithful is to strive that earthly realities and all human activity may be transformed by the Gospel, none of us can think we are exempt from concern for the poor and for social justice
Pope FrancisThe thing the Church needs most today is the ability to heal wounds and to warm the hearts of the faithful.
Pope FrancisWe have observed that, in society and the world in which we live, selfishness has increased more than love for others, and that men of good will must work, each with his own strengths and expertise, to ensure that love for others increases until it is equal and possibly exceeds love for oneself.
Pope FrancisYou cannot provoke. You cannot insult the faith of others. You cannot make fun of the faith of others.
Pope FrancisThe one who listens attentively to the Word of God and truly prays, always asks the Lord: what is your will for me?
Pope FrancisThe Bishops of the Philippines have asked that this year be set aside as the โYear of the Poor.โ 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.
Pope Francis