“The World Day of the Poor has now become an event for every ecclesial community. It is a pastoral opportunity not to be underestimated, because it challenges every believer to listen to the prayers of the poor, becoming aware of their presence and needs. It is a favorable opportunity to carry out initiatives that concretely help the poor, and also to recognize and give support to the many volunteers who passionately dedicate themselves to those most in need.” (Pope Francis)
Let us remember the legacy left to us by our Mother Foundress St. Magdalene of Canossa in her words: “I recommend to you my beloved poor”, it is significant for us to live in communion and charity of this day in harmony with the Church.
To reflect on what it means to celebrate the day, let us read the Pope’s message. We will realize how much the Poor is in the Heart of God, how God listens to their Cry, how we can listen to them and get used to noticing the poor who are next to us with the intensification of our prayers.