

The Republic of Korea is a country whose economic development is remarkably rapid. The significance of this apostolic journey can be summed up in three words: memory, hope and witness.

Once again I wish to express my gratitude to my dear brother Bishops of Korea, to the President of the Republic, to the other Authorities and to all those who collaborated in my visit. My journey enabled me to visit a young and dynamic Church, founded on the testimony of martyrs and filled with missionary zeal, in a country which is a point of encounter between ancient Asian cultures and the perennial newness of the Gospel: both are encountered. In recent days I made an apostolic journey to Korea and today, together with you, I thank the Lord for this great gift. "Dear Brothers and Sisters, Good morning, General Audience, Wednesday 27 August 2014 - also in Arabic, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese & Spanish Pope Francis' reflection on his pilgrimage to Korea Show us the blessed fruit of thy womb: Jesus! Amen." O Mother of Christ, comfort and give strength to all those who suffer: the poor, the lonely, the sick, the unloved, the downtrodden, the forgotten. With the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit. Help us to live the Gospel with the "foolishness" of the Cross, The entire people and the Church of this land. Have found "the way, the truth, and the life".

Which is taking place in the world and within our hearts. You know the struggle between light and darkness, You know the sufferings and hopes of each person. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Seoul, Sunday - also in Italian
