“Dare to meet”: the message of the Bishop of Aveyron on the occasion of the end-of-year celebrations

L’évêque incite les Aveyronnais à “aller les uns vers les autres”. D.R

Chaque année, à l’occasion de Noël et du Nouvel an, l’évêque Luc Meyer adresse à tous les Aveyronnais un message de paix et d’appel à la fraternité.

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“With the Christians of Aveyron, I wish each and every one a happy holiday season! Our families are very diverse, close or far away, numerous or very small… I am thinking in particular of all the isolated people who see with apprehension these days when the lights and the melodies of celebration contrast painfully with the solitude felt.”

“Going towards each other”

“May Christmas and New Year give us the opportunity to go towards each other. Our bonds of friendship and fraternity are called to strengthen: it is good to meet up and exchange wishes! Our bonds are also called to expand: what a joy of overcoming our fears or our shyness to dare to meet! Pope Francis never ceases to call us to do so, with special attention to the poorest among us.”

“For several months now, we have been going through a period of political uncertainty that is increasing social fragility. And the international situation is also a concern for all of us. Despite recent more joyful events such as the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral and the visit of Pope Francis to Corsica, it is not easy for many to find reasons to hope… “

“Initiatives that are a source of hope and courage”

“Closer to home, in our department, many shared initiatives and attentions are a source of hope and courage for us, in our communities, in our schools, in our associations. I am delighted with all the local or broader initiatives, relayed by local newspapers! I would like to particularly salute the evening “L’Aveyron des champions”, organized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in which I had the joy of participating. In Aveyron, the entrepreneurial spirit does not ignore the common good: may concern for humanity always remain at the heart of our priorities!”

“The year 2025 will be a jubilee year for Catholics around the world, entitled “Pilgrims of Hope”. Christians from around the world will join in this event. I wish each of you a year of hope and fraternity!”