We don't have to expect everything from those who govern us; that would be juvenile. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
A Christian who does not pray for those who govern is not a good Christian. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
The people of God want pastors, not clergy acting like bureaucrats or government officials. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
It is vital that government leaders and financial leaders take heed and broaden their horizons, working to ensure that all citizens have… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
I beg the Lord to grant us more politicians who are genuinely disturbed by the state of society, the people, the lives… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Politics, according to the Social Doctrine of the Church, is one of the highest forms of charity, because it serves the common… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Once elected, the Pope is by virtue of the promise of Jesus to Peter, the Pope is preserved from the possibility of… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Politics is a noble activity. We should revalue it, practise it with vocation and a dedication that requires testimony, martyrdom, that is… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Those called to the service of governance in the church need to have a strong sense of justice, so that any form… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
I don't know how things stand in the thinking of the Italian parliament. The Pope doesn't get mixed up in Italian politics. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Politics is the most important of the civil activities and has its own field of action, which is not that of religion. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Every man, every woman who has to take up the service of government, must ask themselves two questions: 'Do I love my… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
The first reform must be the attitude. The ministers of the Gospel must be people who can warm the hearts of the… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
While the earnings of a minority are growing exponentially, so too is the gap separating the majority from the prosperity enjoyed by… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Politics is noble; it is one of the highest forms of charity, as Paul VI used to say. We sully it when… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Thank God [Donald Trump] said I was a politician because Aristotle defined the human person as 'animal politicus.' At least I am… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
I believe that Catholics involved in politics carry the values of their religion within them, but have the mature awareness and expertise… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Let's not be naive, we're not talking about a simple political battle; it is a destructive pretension against the plan of God.… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
At the first meeting I had with the (Italian) bishops in May 2013, one of the three things I said was: with… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
A good Catholic meddles in politics, offering the best of himself, so that those who govern can govern. But what is the… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
All political activity must serve and promote the good of the human person and be based on respect for his or her… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
I ask everyone with political responsibility to remember two things: human dignity and the common good. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
If someone is gay and is searching for the Lord and has good will, then who am I to judge him? ...… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
In this system, which tends to devour everything which stands in the way of increased profits, whatever is fragile, like the environment,… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
God’s faithfulness is stronger than our unfaithfulness and our infidelities. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Have the courage to go against the tide of current values that do not conform to the path of Jesus. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
“Most people nowadays would not consider love as related in any way to truth. Love is seen as an experience associated with the world… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
The family remains the basic unit of society and the first school in which children learn the human, spiritual and moral values which enable… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
Listen to Jesus and follow him. That's the message of the Transfiguration. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
I like to say that women are those who form life in their wombs - and this is a comparison I make - they… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
I want to remind priests that the confessional must not be a torture chamber but rather an encounter with the Lord’s mercy which spurs… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
To all people of good will who are working for social justice: never tire of working for a more just world, marked by greater… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
In Confession, Jesus welcomes us with all our sinfulness, to give us a new heart, capable of loving as he loves. — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
![“Thank God [Donald Trump] said I was a politician because Aristotle defined the human person as 'animal politicus.' At least I am a human person. As to whether I am a pawn, well, maybe, I don't know. I'll leave that up to your judgment and that of the people.” quote by Pope Francis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c22/pope-francis-85_animal_thank-god-donald-trump-said-i-was-a-poli_1653443.jpg)
