... "It is not easy to love with a deep love, which lies in the authentic gift of self. This love can only be learned by penetrating the mystery of God's love. Looking at him, being one with his fatherly heart, we are able to look with new eyes at our brothers and sisters, with an attitude of unselfishness and solidarity, of generosity and forgiveness. All this is mercy! " ...
Excerpted from Pope John Paul II, the MASS IN ST PETER'S SQUARE for the CANONIZATION of SR MARY FAUSTINA KOWALSKA, Sunday, 30 April 2000.