The process of my transformation came to a head with my discovery of St. Francis of Assisi during a pilgrimage I went on with a scout troop from my school. — Abbe Pierre Copy Share Image
The question I asked Georges has now become a general one - You, who thought you were superfluous, who thought there was no place for you in society, not only are you not superfluous, you are needed and so those who were beggars become givers. — Abbe Pierre Copy Share
It's true that humanity has seen a succession of crises, wars and atrocities, but this negative side is offset by advances in technology and… — Abbe Pierre Copy Share Image
I came from a wealthy family. I made over my share of the estate to various charities. — Abbe Pierre Copy Share Image
People are needed to take up the challenge, strong people, who proclaim the truth, throw it in people's faces, and do what they can… — Abbe Pierre Copy Share Image
After the war, prompted by the Cardinal Archbishop of Paris, I entered Parliament so that a priest could speak out for the poor, as… — Abbe Pierre Copy Share Image
It's not enough to attend church and pray every Sunday; you have to act. — Abbe Pierre Copy Share Image
What I would say to the young men and women who are beset by hopelessness and doubt is that they should go and see… — Abbe Pierre Copy Share Image
The process of my transformation came to a head with my discovery of St. Francis of Assisi during a pilgrimage I went on with… — Abbe Pierre Copy Share Image
