Summary
Cardinal Michael Czerny, the Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, celebrated Mass on Wednesday at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Peace in Chiclayo, Peru. This event marked the 34th World Day of the Sick under Pope Leo XIV’s guidance as his envoy to the former Peruvian Diocese of Chiclayo, where Czerny served as Bishop from 2015 to 2023. In his homily, Cardinal Czerny emphasized Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan and encouraged everyone to share in the suffering of others. He stressed that healing love must be driven by personal experience, leading individuals on a path of conversion or change. The cardinal urged Christians to pray for the grace to “be converted,” enabling them to significantly alter their lives and plans due to the pain of others. Cardinal Czerny also highlighted the social dimension of compassion, emphasizing collective commitment and action towards those in need. He concluded by calling on everyone to open themselves to encountering God in those who suffer physically through illness.
Key Topics
Vatican City, Pope Leo XIV, World Day of the Sick
