2. ‘Overcoming evil with weapons of love becomes the way in which each person can contribute to the peace of all. Christians and believers of different religions are called to walk this path, together with those who accept the universal moral law. Dear brothers and sisters, promoting peace in the world is our common mission!’ Homily on 38th World Day of Peace, January 1, 2005
3. ‘I hope that all believers, together with the Virgin, may start out with determination on the path of holiness, keeping their gaze fixed on Jesus and meditating, with the Rosary, on the mysteries of salvation.’ General audience, October 29, 2003
Pope John Paul II gesturing his farewell as he leaves Liverpool’s Speke Airport in 1982 (Photo: PA)
7. ‘I am with you all days! Jesus says, I am with you, pilgrim Church in the world. I am with you, young ecclesial communities in missionary lands. Do not be afraid to enter into dialogue with everyone. Take the message of salvation to everyone. Take courage.’ Homily on World Mission Sunday, October 20, 2002
10. ‘Jesus is born for a humanity searching for freedom and peace; he is born for everyone burdened by sin, in need of salvation, and yearning for hope.’ Christmas homily, December 24, 2002
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