Proclaim the Gospel, Pope exhorts the consecrated in World Mission Day statement

May 25, 2015

The Holy See Press Office has released Pope Francis’s message for World Mission Sunday, which will take place on October 18.

The Pope devoted his message, written during the year of consecrated life, to the missionary dimension of consecrated life.

“Those who follow Christ cannot fail to be missionaries, for they know that Jesus walks with them, speaks to them, breathes with them,” Pope Francis wrote in the message, which was dated May 24.

“Mission is a passion for Jesus and at the same time a passion for his people,” the Pope continued. “When we pray before Jesus crucified, we see the depth of his love which gives us dignity and sustains us. At the same time, we realize that the love flowing from Jesus’ pierced heart expands to embrace the People of God and all humanity.”

“We realize once more that he wants to make use of us to draw closer to his beloved people and all those who seek him with a sincere heart,” he added. “Remember that, even before being necessary for those who have not yet heard it, the proclamation of the Gospel is a necessity for those who love the Master.”

 

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Further information:

• Messaggio del Santo Padre Francesco per la Giornata Missionaria Mondiale 2015 (Holy See Press Office)