At the Border
Sermon at the opening Mass of the Nordic Bishops’ Conference in Lappeenranta, 24 June 2019
Archbishop of Turku and Finland
‘I have reflected much on what it means to hold the office of Archbishop. Where will my term of office take me and where will our Church’s journey take it? Amidst my anxiety it has been especially good to hear voices that have encouraged me to be myself. In that encouragement I have heard the message of Jesus: do not forfeit your soul. I am most grateful for this encouragement and reminder.’
Archbishop Tapio Luoma
A Time of Change
Constant change is part of life. Some changes are big and powerful and take place rapidly; others are small and slow and almost imperceptible. Some are expected; others unexpected. Some are feared. Others cause rejoicing.
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