Pope Francis' message on the Feast of St. Joseph

Labour Day (1 May) was also the Feast of St. Joseph, Jesus' earthly father who is also known as the patron saint of workers. Pope Francis delivered a wonderful message about the importance and dignity of work on the feastday. He noted that in many countries, young people face unemployment and he urged leaders of the world to look into create jobs for people. The full message can be read here - doesn't take 5 mins to read, and I encourage you to read it.

In particular, he had this to say to you:

"And then I would like to speak especially to you young people: be committed to your daily duties, your study, your work, to relationships of friendship, to helping towards others; your future also depends on how you live these precious years of your life. Do not be afraid of commitment, of sacrifice, and do not look with fear towards the future; keep your hope alive: there is always a light on the horizon."

In our country, we do not dream of a time where there is a lack of opportunities for work, but in so many countries this is not the case. So before we complain that school is tough and work is difficult, let us thank God for the opportunities that we have been given in this land, and pray for those people who don't have as much opportunities as us - that their lives take a turn for the better.