1. “The whole Church is missionary”
Evangelii Gaudium, 2013
In his apostolic exhortation, Pope Francis stressed that mission is not the task of a few, but of the whole Church. It is a responsibility shared by all Christians, regardless of age or condition.
2. “Mission is a loving response to God’s love”
Year of Mercy, 2015
On several occasions, Francis stressed that mission springs from our response to God’s immense love. As we experience that love, we cannot help but share it with the world.
3. “Mission is not our work, but God’s”
Missionary Sending Mass, 2016
He reminded missionaries that, although we are his instruments, mission is first and foremost God’s work. We do not act on our own, but are sent by Him to transmit His love.
4. “Missionary ardor is an obligation of love”
World Mission Day, 2017
The Pope emphasized that missionary ardor is not an option, but an obligation that arises from love for God and for others. It is a love that should impel us to bring the good news to every corner of the world.
5. “Mission springs from prayer and listening to the Word of God”
100th anniversary of the Pontifical Mission Societies, 2017
Francis reminded us that mission is rooted in prayer and active listening to the Word of God. It is from this relationship with Him that our passion to proclaim His message is born.
6. “Mission is an invitation to spend ourselves with commitment, creativity and generosity”
World Mission Day, 2018
For the Pope, mission implies a total commitment, where each one of us must give the best of ourselves, with effort, creativity and generosity.
7. “Proclaiming the Gospel is the first and greatest charity”
World Day of Charity, 2018
The Pope assured that the greatest work of charity we can do is to evangelize. Carrying the message of Christ is an act of love for others, a commitment that we must live generously.
8. “Mission is the heart of the Christian faith”
World Mission Day, 2021
In one of his most powerful messages, the Pope affirmed that mission is at the very heart of the Christian faith. It is the life-giving heart of the Church, and we must live it with courage and passion.
9. “Mission is oxygen for Christian life”
Meeting of the Pontifical Mission Societies, 2023
In an emotional meeting with missionaries, the Pope declared that mission is fundamental for Christian life, an “oxygen” that gives us life and meaning.
10. “Mission is a tireless reaching out to all humanity”
World Mission Day, 2024
In his message for World Mission Day 2024, Pope Francis invited us to never stop. Mission is a constant going toward all, no matter the difficulties.
Source: Supergesto
