He called on the international community to “act promptly and decisively, to avoid the repetition of similar tragedies and guarantee the safety and dignity of everyone”
“May the memory of this great step for humanity ignite the desire to progress together toward even greater goals,” he said.
In the Angelus, he explained why Jesus proposed the example of a foreigner in the parable of the Good Samaritan.
He explained that the most important message of Corpus Christi Day is generosity and the care for one another.
“We have seen in Korea a good example of the ‘culture of encounter,’” he said.
He reflected on Christ's promise to the apostles to send the Holy Spirit to guide them.
He also invited two newly ordained priests to bless the faithful with him.
He said unlike the Pharisee and Scribes, Christ does not seek to condemn, but to save people from sin.
On Saturday, around 134 Fulani herders were killed by gunmen in central Mali; and there have been reports of killings in Nigeria since February.
He said during Lent, one's suffering and crosses lead to the glory of the Easter resurrection.
During his Sunday Angelus, he condemned gossiping saying it destroys families and society.
He reflected on the four day Vatican Summit against abuses.
He asked people to pray for the “Meeting on the Protection of Minors” from Feb. 21 to 24.
He reminded people present of St. Josephine Bakhita who was a slave rescued by an Italian family.
He also said God wants faith, not miracles and signs.
He reminded everyone present that this week he is off to Panama to celebrate World Youth Day.
He asked everyone to find out the date of their own baptism.
He invited to be reached by the light that comes from Bethlehem.
Every January 1, the World Day of Peace is celebrated. This year the motto is: "Good politics at the service of peace."
During the Angelus he asked Christians to live an “extroverted” Christmas, focused on serving others.
