Let’s defend the sanctity in everyday life

29 Aprile 17

“If the jubilee does not touch the pockets, it is not a true jubilee. Do you understand?”

  A)  The text of the speech by J.M.Bergoglio: ““….. It is a jubilee year — and I say this remembering our salvation history — for converting, so that our heart may become larger, more generous, more a child of God, with more love. I’ll tell you one thing: if this wish, if the Jubilee    »

23 Aprile 17

“Sinners yes, corrupt no; a kick where the sun doesn’t beat, or I act as a fool”

  A)  The text of the speech by J.M.Bergoglio: “And now, corruption in ecclesial institutions. …At that moment I thought about what I should do: either I insult them and give them a kick where the sun doesn’t shine, or I act like a fool. I acted foolishly and said, truthfully, you know we at    »

23 Aprile 17

“If at least he would have been a Kamikaze!”

  A)  The text of the speech by J.M.Bergoglio: “To me, the sign that that there is no fraternity, whether in the presbyterate or in religious communities is when there is gossip. And allow me to use this expression: the terrorism of gossip, because one who gossips is a terrorist dropping a bomb, destroying from    »

4 Aprile 17

” To resign has been… an example of greatness … an act of holiness”

  A)  The text of the speech by J.M.Bergoglio: “«Also, when he (Benedict XVI) resigned, for me it was an example of greatness. A great man. Only a great man does this! A man of God and a man of prayer»” (Press conference during the return flight from the apostolic journey to Rio De Janeiro    »

4 Aprile 17

“If one of my friends says a swear word to me … he’ll get a punch! It’s normal!”

  A)  The text of the speech by J.M.Bergoglio: “Question: «Holy Father, during Mass yesterday morning you spoke of religious freedom as a fundamental human right. But in showing respect for the various religions, how far can freedom of expression go, [that freedom of expression] which is itself a fundamental human right?» Answer of Bergoglio:    »