Hundreds of millions of people throughout the world are immersed in extreme poverty. Yet, disproportionate wealth remains in the hands of a few. It is an unjust scenario, in the face of which we cannot fail to question ourselves and commit to change things. There is no lack of

Today, many Eastern Churches celebrate Easter according to the Julian calendar. In communion of faith in the Risen Lord, I extend my heartfelt wishes for peace to all these communities. Let us #PrayTogether for all those suffering due to war, particularly for the dear people of

In these days of sorrow, fear, and unwavering hope in God, I feel closer than ever to the beloved people of Lebanon. The principle of humanity, inscribed in the conscience of every person and recognized in international law, entails a moral obligation to protect the civilian

Next Wednesday marks the third anniversary of the start of the bloodstained conflict in Sudan. How much the Sudanese people are suffering, innocent victims of this inhuman tragedy! I renew my fervent appeal to the warring parties to silence their weapons and begin, without

The sea and the desert have been places of mutual enrichment among peoples and cultures for millennia. Woe to us if we turn them into graveyards where even hope dies! Let us free these tremendous reservoirs of history and the future from evil! Let us denounce and remove causes

Let us reject the logic of violence and war, and embrace peace founded on love and justice—an unarmed peace, not based on fear, threats or weapons. This peace is disarming, because it is capable of resolving conflicts, opening hearts, and generating trust, empathy, and hope. I

High fives all around for our awesome North Carolina Guardian ad Litem (GAL) volunteers! Serving abused and neglected children by advocating for their best interests in court, GAL volunteers are adults who come from diverse communities, cultures, and life/work experiences. Be a

#Peace is not something we must invent: it is something we must embrace by accepting our neighbor as a brother or sister. We do not choose our brothers and sisters: we must simply accept one another! We are one family, inhabiting the same home: this wonderful planet that ancient

Woe to those who manipulate religion and the very name of God for their own military, economic, and political gain, dragging that which is sacred into darkness and filth. #ApostolicJourney #Cameroon vatican.va/content/leo-xi…

I am deeply saddened by the recent escalation of attacks against Ukraine, which continue to afflict civilians. I express my solidarity with those who are suffering and assure all the Ukrainian people of my prayers. I renew my appeal for weapons to fall silent and for the path of

Tomorrow is #VolunteerRecognitionDay and April is Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Volunteer Appreciation Month. Our volunteers play a crucial role in advocating for abused or neglected children and our success in giving a voice to these vulnerable children is all thanks to the

The care of the weakest is a very important sign of the quality of the social life of a nation. Let us remember that the elderly are in need of assistance, but first and foremost need to be listened to, because they preserve the wisdom of a people. We owe them gratitude, because

In a world wounded by arrogance, people hunger and thirst for justice. We must encourage those who believe in peace and dare to engage in “countercurrent” politics, which focus on the common good. What is urgently needed is the courage of new visions and an educational pact that

Without a change of direction in the assumption of political responsibility, and without respect for institutions and international agreements, humanity's destiny risks being tragically compromised. God does not want this. His holy Name must not be profaned by the desire for

Gov. Josh Stein has announced the appointment of Athena Fox Brooks to the Superior Court for Judicial District 42, serving Henderson, Polk, and Transylvania counties. Brooks is filling the vacancy created after the Honorable Peter Knight retired. Read more about the appointment

May the Lord help you to become a society in which everyone, each according to their respective responsibilities, works ever more fully to serve the common good rather than private interests, bridging the gap between the privileged and the disadvantaged. May there be greater room

The #GospelOfTheDay (Jn 10:1-10) invites us to trust in the Lord. He does not come to take anything from us. Rather, He is the Good Shepherd, who multiplies life and offers it to us in abundance.

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the tragic Chernobyl incident, which left a lasting mark on the conscience of humanity. It serves as a warning about the inherent risks in the use of increasingly powerful technologies. We entrust those who died and all who still suffer from

If You See Something, SPEAK UP! If you think you have witnessed human trafficking, do not hesitate to call the national human trafficking hotline: 888-373-7888. Learn more about human trafficking at speakupnc.org

Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Judicial District 2 (Beaufort, Hyde, Tyrell, Washington, and Martin counties) recently recognized and celebrated their volunteer child advocates who make such a tremendous difference in the lives of children in their district. Programs across the state