"Life grows by being given away, and it weakens in isolation and comfort. Indeed, those who enjoy life most are those who leave security on the shore and become excited by the mission of communicating life to others."
It's a quote that suits the theme running through the Gospel these days.
It's a quote from ths Fifth General Conference of the Latin American and Caribbean Bihsops, 2007 and appears in 'The Joy of the Gospel' [10] - Pope Francis
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
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Inspiring. I think you would also like much in the Pope's press conference, Michael, given over Chinese airspace, during his flight home from South Korea. Long, mind you: over 5,000 words, but notable in many details.
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