01/03/2021 17:22
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Updated 01/03/2021 17:22
Pope Francis issued harsh criticism of all people who go on vacation without respecting the restrictions or care due to the coronavirus pandemic, forgetting about the suffering of others.
Francis addressed the issue after praying the Angelus in the library of the Vatican's Apostolic Palace.
He said that people should try to be more supportive of others, and not just pursue their own wishes.
The Pope said that he read information from the press where it was said that many people do not comply with
the health care measures and choose to go on vacation to different tourist places
.
"
They have not thought about the people who have stayed at home
, about the economic problems that people are suffering as a result of the pandemic, about the sick. They have only thought about their vacations and their own pleasure," Francisco said.
Pope Francis.
He referred to the pandemic and solidarity towards those who suffer during the pandemic.
Photo / AFP
The Pope assured that nobody knows what 2021 will be like but that, nevertheless, everything will turn out better if humanity works for the common good.
So far, the coronavirus pandemic has left the world, according to official figures from the World Health Organization, 1.8 million deaths worldwide.
Pope Francis spoke of the coronavirus pandemic
"The painful events that marked the path of humanity last year, especially the pandemic, teach us how necessary it is to take an interest in the problems of others and share their concerns," the 84-year-old Pope framed his message.
"This attitude represents the path that leads to peace, because it favors the construction of a society founded on fraternal relations," said the Pope, who as part of the measures adopted by the Italian Government to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in the parties,
avoided celebrations in Plaza San Pedro, where the faithful traditionally gather
.
Pope.
He referred to the ravages of the pandemic and the outlook for this year.
Photo / EFE
"Each one of us, men and women of this time, is called to bring peace every day and in every environment of life, holding the hand of our brother who needs a word of comfort, a gesture of tenderness, a supportive help", summoned.
In this context, Jorge Bergoglio stated that "peace can be built if we begin
to be at peace with ourselves and with those close to us
, removing the obstacles that prevent us from caring for those in need and destitution."
Each one of us, men and women of this time, is called to bring peace every day and in every environment of life,
holding the hand of the brother who needs a word of comfort, a gesture of tenderness, a supportive help
", he summoned .
"It is about developing a mentality and a culture of care, to defeat indifference, dismissal and rivalry, which unfortunately prevail," explained the Argentine pontiff in his first public intervention of the year.
Pope Francis.
He asked "to be at peace with ourselves and with whom we are close."
Photo / Archive
2021 according to the Pope
"This year, while we wait for a recovery and new treatments, let's not neglect care. Because in addition to the vaccine for the body, the vaccine for the heart is needed, which is care," Parolin wished, reading the Pope's text.
Early on Friday, Francisco published a postcard on his Instagram account in which he wished that in 2021 "humanity can progress along the path of brotherhood, justice and peace."
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