In his annual reflection for the World Day of the Poor Pope Francis urges “Stretch forth your hand to the poor” (Sir 7:32). Today these words remain as timely as ever.


In his annual reflection for the World Day of the Poor Pope Francis urges “Stretch forth your hand to the poor” (Sir 7:32). Today these words remain as timely as ever.

Pope Francis call us to explore together how our Catholic social tradition can help the human family heal this world that suffers from serious illnesses.

The world has been stopped in its tracks. Some are asking whether we should look for a “new normal”, even a “better normal”. Antonio Spadaro, SJ clearly situates Pope Francis among the latter group.
It may be hard to believe but there are many more deadly forms of pandemics in our world today. We must recognize them for what they are. They will only be conquered by a culture of collaboration.
What if we could create a “better normal” that embodied all these qualities?