Vatican
City, 24 March 2013
(VIS) – At the end of this morning’s Mass for Palm Sunday, and
before praying the Angelus, the Pope called upon the intercession of
our Lady, particularly in favour of those suffering with tuberculosis
and young persons.
“Dear
Brothers and Sisters,” he began. “At the end of this celebration,
we invoke the intercession of the Virgin Mary, that she may accompany
us during Holy Week. May she, who followed her Son with faith all the
way to Calvary, help us to walk behind him, carrying his Cross with
serenity and love, so as to attain the joy of Easter. May Our Lady of
Sorrows support especially those who are experiencing difficult
situations. My thoughts turn to the people afflicted with
tuberculosis, as today is the World Day against this disease. To Mary
I entrust especially you, dear young people, and your path towards
Rio de Janeiro: This July, Rio! Prepare your hearts spiritually. May
all of you have a good journey!”
Then,
in several languages, Francis wished the youth joy on their journey.
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