Vatican City, Mar 14, 2016 / 10:51 am
Speaking days after the death of a homeless man on the streets of Rome, Pope Francis during Mass on Monday reflected on the challenge of trusting in God in a world where the innocent suffer.
"Three days ago a homeless person died here, on the street," the Pope said, according to Vatican Radio's translation: "he died of cold."
Observing how the man had the opportunity to receive the necessary care, he asked: "Why, Lord? Not even a caress ... But I entrust myself to you because you never let me down."
Pope Francis' March 14 homily at the chapel of the Vatican's Santa Marta residence touched on other recent tragedies as well, including the recent murder of four Missionaries of Charity in Yemen. He spoke about those suffering in Italy's Campania region, where high cancer rates have been linked to the illegal burning of toxic waste. The Pope also cited the number of refugees who are denied shelter.