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Let us continue to pray for tormented Ukraine, and for the populations of Palestine and Israel. Peace is possible. Let us not resign ourselves to war! And let us not forget that war is always, always, always a defeat: the only ones to gain are arms manufacturers.

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I reiterate my closeness to the dear people of Myanmar, who unfortunately continue to suffer from violence and abuse. I pray that they are not discouraged and trust always in the help of the Lord.

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On this the parable of the talents is a summons to examine the spirit with which we confront the journey of our lives. We have received from the Lord the gift of his love and we are called to become a gift for others.

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Poverty is a scandal. When the Lord returns, he will settle accounts with us. Let us that each of us, according to the gift we received and the mission entrusted to us, may strive “to make charity bear fruit” and draw near to some poor person.

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How meaningful it would be if, on the Day of the Poor, we were to invite someone in need to share our Sunday dinner! If around the altar of the Lord we are aware that we are all brothers and sisters, how much more visible would our fraternity be!

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Faith teaches us that every poor person is a child of God and that Christ is present in them. “Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me” (Mt 25:40).

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War is the 'mother of all poverty,' especially affecting civilians and families. Let us keep every effort alive so that may prevail as a gift of God and the result of our commitment to justice and dialogue.

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Everyone is our neighbour, regardless of the colour of their skin, their social standing, where they come from. We are called to encounter every poor person and every form of poverty, abandoning our indifference and the banal excuses we make to protect our illusory well-being.

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Let us for , especially for martyred Ukraine and for the Holy Land, in Palestine and Israel. May we not forget Sudan, which suffers greatly. We should take a moment each day to pray for peace. We desire peace!

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In today’s confused environment, we may find ourselves living our faith with a subtle sense of renunciation,believing that the Gospel is no longer heard. Instead, this is precisely the time to return to the Gospel to discover that Christ is the constant source of newness.

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As young people, you are the joyful hope of the Church and of a humanity always on the move. I would like to take you by the hand and walk with you on the path of hope. Laity Family Life
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The Gospel’s compassionate outlook leads us to serve those who are poor, excluded, outcast, discarded, frail, and defenceless – those most beloved of God, who made Himself poor for us (2 Cor 8:9). They are the Church’s true treasure. They are God’s “favourites”!

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Every human being, of any people or religion, every human being is sacred, is precious in the eyes of God and has the right to live in peace. Let us not lose hope: let us pray and work tirelessly so that a sense of humanity may prevail over hardness of heart.

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Our thoughts turn every day to the very serious situation in Israel and Palestine. I am close to all those who suffer, Palestinians and Israelis. May the weapons be stopped: they will never lead to peace, and may the conflict not widen! Enough! Enough, brothers! Enough!

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I am close to the sufferings of those dear populations of Sudan, and I address a heartfelt appeal to local leaders to facilitate access to humanitarian aid and, with the contribution of the international community, to work in search of peaceful solutions.

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The wisdom of life lies in taking care of what cannot be seen, but is more important, because it is within us. It is nurturing the inner life. This means knowing how to stop and listen to one’s heart, to keep watch over one’s own thoughts and feelings (Mt 25:1-13)

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This month revives the memory of the faithful departed in us. We know our prayers for them reach heaven, and in this way we can accompany them even there, consolidating the bonds that unite us for eternity. Let us pray for them!

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To be holy means to be conformed to Jesus, allowing our hearts to pulsate with his own sentiments. Only when we strive to love as Jesus loved, do we make God visible and fulfil our vocation to holiness.

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God alone is Lord. Our lives, the Church’s pilgrim way, and the ultimate outcome of history all depend on the tenderness of His love. He gives meaning to our lives. He is the foundation of our joy, the reason for our hope, the guarantor of our freedom.

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Let’s for the people suffering due to war. Yes, they’re suffering a lot. Children, the sick & elderly are suffering; many young people are dying. Let’s not forget Ukraine. Let’s think of the people of Palestine & Israel, that the Lord might bring them a just .

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