The Eucharist is essential for us: it is Christ who wishes to enter our lives and fill us with his grace.

If the Christian is a restorationist, a legalist, if he wants everything clear and safe, then he will find nothing. Tradition and memory of the past must help us to have the courage to open up new areas to God.

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

It is through an unbroken chain of witnesses that we come to see the face of Jesus.

Where we find hate and darkness, may we bring love and hope, in order to give a more human face to society.

It would be nice if you as journalists - there are some books that explain the painting [ of Guadalupe] what it is like, the significance, and that is how you can understand better this great and beautiful people.

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