On the World Day of the Poor, Pope Francis encouraged Christians not to be brought down by the "doom and gloom" of the world, but to witness to the joy of the Gospel through service to those in need, the Catholic News website reports today (Nov. 13, 2022).
"Let us light candles of hope in the midst of darkness. Amid dramatic situations, let us seize opportunities to bear witness to the Gospel of joy and to build a more fraternal world, at least a little more fraternal. Let us commit ourselves courageously to justice, the rule of law and peace, and stand at the side of the weakest."
Pope Francis celebrated Mass at St. Peter's Basilica yesterday for the 6th annual World Day of the Poor, which was established at the conclusion of the Year of Mercy.
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