"To bring the necessary treatments, especially vaccines, to the populations most in need".
It is among the most significant messages launched by Pope Francis in his Christmas Urbi et Orbi from the central Loggia of San Pietro.
The Pontiff asked God to "grant health to the sick" and "inspire all people of good will to find the most suitable solutions to overcome the health crisis and its consequences".
"Make hearts generous, to get the necessary care, especially vaccines, to the populations most in need - he added -. Reward all those who show attention and dedication in taking care of family members, the sick and the weakest ".
The Holy Father also spoke of violence against women: "Son of God, comfort the victims of violence against women that is rampant in this time of pandemic", he invoked.
Again: “Offer hope to children and adolescents who are bullied and abused. Offer consolation and affection to the elderly, especially those most alone. It gives serenity and unity to families, the primary place of education and the basis of the social fabric ".
"Do not remain indifferent in the face of the plight of migrants", Bergoglio warned, also invoking "dialogue" as a solution to resolve conflicts.
Finally, a thought on how the pandemic has impoverished social relations: “What would the world be without the patient dialogue of so many generous people who have kept families and communities together? In this time of pandemic we realize it even more. Our capacity for social relations is severely tested, the tendency to close, to give up going out, to meet, to do things together is strengthened ".
(Unioneonline / L)
