“We must not reduce the bosom of the universal church to a nest protecting our mediocrity.”
— Pope Francis
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Simplified Meaning:
We shouldn't let the big, inclusive nature of the church become a place where we settle for being average or just getting by. Think of it like being in a class at school. If the teacher lets everyone pass with low effort, the students might not try their best or learn as much as they could. Instead, the teacher should encourage them to strive for more and reach their full potential. Similarly, in life, just because we are part of a supportive and accepting group doesn't mean we shouldn't push ourselves to grow and improve. We should use the support around us to become better, not just to stay comfortable where we are.
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Church Excellence Faith Growth Inclusiveness Mediocrity Religion Spirituality Transformation Unity
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