Catholic Archbishop in Mozambique Urges Christians to Strengthen Society through Everyday Acts of Sharing

He said that when people learn to share, they build bonds of trust, respect, and fraternity that help overcome division and exclusion.

Referring to the Magi who offered gifts to the Christ Child, the Catholic Church leader noted that “everyone, regardless of age or social status, can contribute to a more just and caring society.”

He reflected on the social challenges many families face, warning that a lack of sharing leads to isolation and suffering. 

Archbishop Zuanna encouraged individuals to “take responsibility for the common good,” adding that good intentions “must be matched by consistent and committed action.”

“Concrete gestures of kindness can transform entire communities,” the Archbishop of Beira said.

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He recalled that his Congregation has long promoted values of service, solidarity, and closeness to others, noting that these values “remain essential today as missionaries continue to encourage children and young people to engage in practical acts of care, friendship, and support.”

The Archbishop also underscored the importance of personal example, saying that faith finds its true meaning when expressed through concrete actions. 

He urged families, schools, and communities to “foster positive attitudes that promote respect and trust,” adding that children and young people in particular can be agents of change through simple daily gestures.

Calling on the people of God to be “a light for others,” Archbishop Zuanna said that even the smallest acts of kindness can have a lasting impact. 

He encouraged Catholics to “live simply and consistently, spreading hope through daily acts of goodness.”