"Solidarity in sharing sorrow and instilling hope is the premise and condition to receive in inheritance the Kingdom prepared for us. One who practices mercy does not fear death!" - Pope Francis General Audience, Nov. 27th, 2013

"Challenges exist to be overcome! Let us be realists, but without losing our joy, our boldness and our hope-filled commitment. Let us not allow ourselves to be robbed of missionary vigour!" Pope Francis, Evangelii Gaudium, n.109