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“The truth in love” (Ep.4:15) 

In January 2023, Pope Francis published his latest annual message for the 57^th World Day of Social Communications, which will take place on Sunday, May 21, 2023. The theme of this year’s edition is Speaking from the heart. “Speaking the truth in love.” Quoting Saint Paul the Apostle’s Letter to the Ephesians, the Holy Father mentions that “We should not be afraid of proclaiming the truth, even if it is at times uncomfortable, but of doing so without charity, without heart.” 

In his message, Pope Francis stresses the importance of truth for the life of society and the importance of the media’s role in publishing this truth. He reminds us that truth is a common good that must be protected, because it is the basis of all genuine relationships. “The call to speak with the heart radically challenges the times in which we are living, which are so inclined towards indifference and indignation…” In a world in which interactions can often be cold and impersonal, it is more important than ever to speak from the heart, for “(f)rom the heart come the right words” to build an ever-better world, in which truth and charity reign. 

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“It is the heart that moves us towards an open and welcoming way of communicating” 

Speaking with the heart in order to fight “disinformation which falsifies and exploits the truth.” Disinformation can inflict serious damage on society and human dignity. Speaking with the heart, we can fight against this disinformation and protect the truth. In his message, the Pope states that “the commitment to communicating ‘with open heart and arms’ does not pertain exclusively to those in the field of communications; it is everyone’s responsibility.” 

Together, let us be missionaries of open and welcoming communications! 

World Day of Social Communications is a call to all media professionals and those who use media to use responsible practices and to contribute to the construction of a more just and fraternal world. 

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