Christians must share their faith in the risen Jesus, Pope Francis said.
They also should "talk about the good inspirations that have guided us in life, the good thoughts and feelings that help us so much to go forward, and also about our
The Ascension of the Lord into heaven means Jesus is there with his Father to intercede on behalf of the faithful, Pope Francis said.
"He did not leave us alone. In fact, before ascending, he told us, as the Gospel says today, 'I
The Holy Spirit consoles, defends and tenderly corrects those who turn to and listen to him, Pope Francis said.
The Holy Spirit "is not a passing guest who comes to pay us a courtesy visit. He is a companion for life, a stable
Christians have no need to be afraid or hopeless because Jesus always tells the faithful where they are going and how to get there, Pope Francis said.
Jesus knows how to turn every difficulty or fall into a step forward, Pope Francis said.
With Christ's love "even that which seems wearisome and unsuccessful can appear under another light," he said April 23.
Before reciting the midday "Regina Coeli" prayer with about
The wounds of Christ, still visible after his resurrection, are the greatest sign of God's love and mercy, Pope Francis said on Divine Mercy Sunday.
"Let us ask ourselves, however, if in the name of this love, in the name of Jesus' wounds,
Pope Francis thanked those who are dedicated to promoting life and defending conscientious objection.
And he also prayed that the Catholic Church in China may live in greater communion with the universal church in freedom and tranquility.
The pope's remarks came May 22 after
Christians must listen to God's word, go where Christ goes, seek those who are lost and reach out to their neighbors, Pope Francis said.
"Do I let Jesus love me, and by allowing him to love me, do I pass from loving him
When disheartened and disappointed in life, Christians can rest assured that the risen Christ brings hope and the courage to begin anew, Pope Francis said.
"When our nets are empty in life, it is not the time to feel sorry for ourselves, to
Renewing his appeal for peace, Pope Francis said he grieves for the suffering of the Ukrainian people, especially given reports of children and the elderly being forcibly deported to Russia.
After praying the "Regina Coeli" prayer with pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square