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    John Paul II to the Nigerian families

    Onitsha (Nigeria),With the Apostle Paul I say to you: “You are God’s chosen race, his saints; he loves you, and you should be clothed in sincere compassion, in kindness and humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with one another; forgive each other”.With these words I greet you, husbands and wives, fathers, mothers and children. I greet […] More

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    John Paul II to the Nigerian young people

    Onitsha (Nigeria), Dear young men and women of Nigeria,This afternoon the Pope belongs to you!I am truly overjoyed to see you here in your teeming thousands from all parts of your vast country.You have displayed for me your youthful agility, your fascinating acrobatics, your joy and your optimism. I am very grateful to you; I […] More