The world tells us to seek success, power and money; God tells us to s…

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The world tells us to seek success, power and money; God tells us to seek humility, service and love. ✨ Pope Francis (2015). The Spirit of St Francis: Inspiring Words on Faith, Love and Creation, p.105, SPCK
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The world tells us to seek success, power and money; God tells us to seek humility, service and love. ✨ Pope Francis (2015). The Spirit of St Francis: Inspiring Words on Faith, Love and Creation, p.105, SPCK

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