A Passionate Adventure: Living the Catholic Faith Today by Albino Luciani (John Paul I)

Author:Albino Luciani (John Paul I) [Luciani (John Paul I), Albino]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Religion
ISBN: 9780979668838
Publisher: Tau Cross Books and Media
Published: 2014-09-28T00:00:00+00:00

The Humble Service of Pope John XXIII

The Announcement of His Death[1]

June 3, 1963

My esteemed priests and beloved faithful, today at 7:49 p.m., Pope John XXIII died piously and serenely after 81 and a half years of life and 4 years, 7 months and 6 days of “humble service” as Pope.

This “service,” in a very brief space of time, was in reality very dense with generous works for the benefit of both the Church and the whole world. “Humble” on the other hand, was the attitude of his spirit. Placed on a high cathedra, he presented himself to the world, saying, “I am one of you, I am your brother Joseph!” While working, teaching or approaching people in small groups or vast crowds, he repeated without ever becoming tired: “Let’s seek what unites us!” “Let’s have faith in God and mankind!” “Let’s love one another!”

Simple, abandoned to the “good providence” of God, smiling and full of sensitive kindness to everyone, but resolute and tireless, right at the dawn of his pontificate he launched the daring idea of an Ecumenical Council, which he patiently prepared for and courageously initiated, and for the success of which he repeatedly offered his life.

Never, perhaps, has a Pope been so loved as has John XXIII, by the whole world, even non-Catholics, and it is surprising to observe how, in his simplicity and without trying to, he made an extraordinary impression on every kind of person. This leads us to meditate on and imitate his example of goodness, humility and robust faith in God.

In the meantime, however, we have the filial duty of supporting his pious soul with prayer, all the more so since, before becoming Pope, he was for five years our most beloved and venerated metropolitan Patriarch.[2] I myself cannot forget that I was consecrated a bishop by his august hands. And therefore with the soul of his son and your brother, at his moment I invite you all to pay him your respects and offer prayers for his soul.

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