Pope Leo’s message to the pilgrims gathered in the Vatican Square on November 22 was powerful. The Pope’s message referencing on Dorothy Day, an American journalist turned labor union activist who began her life as a socialist and later converted to the Catholic faith.
She had the fire of love within her. She saw that her country’s developmental model was not creating equal opportunities for all in the country. Therefore Dorothy Day took a stand. As a Christian, Dorothy realized that she had to engage with workers, immigrants, and those marginalized by an economic system that kills.
Her service and actions show us how indignation can be transformed into communion and action.
Most people today prefer a passive peace. Passive peace is no peace. Active peace is the peace that Christ offers. One that aims for the well-being of all people. It is based on hope. And hope is to take a stand.
The Pope showed surprise that the fire that shee held within is the same fire that was in her!
