"Embracing God's Word Amidst the Online 'Violence of Words,' Pope Urges Renewal and Witness"

Pope Francis urged Catholics to prioritize spending time with the word of God over the "violence of words" amplified by society and social media, emphasizing the transformative power of sacred Scripture in people's lives. During Mass for the Sunday of the Word of God, he conferred lay ministries on new catechists and lectors, highlighting the impact of God's word on the lives of saints and calling for a personal dialogue with the Bible. Pope Francis also emphasized the need for the Church to bear witness to Christ and encouraged individuals to make room for the word of God in their lives, carrying it with them and reading it daily.