The Cross

ESPRESSO SHOT: Building a Civilization of Love

by Father Brian J. Soliven on Thursday September 11, 2025

St. Pope John Paul II’s call to build a civilization of love is a powerful reminder that true progress is not measured by wealth, technology, or power, but by the depth of our compassion and the strength of our commitment to one another. He envisioned a world where every human life is valued, where justice and mercy walk hand in hand, and where love becomes the guiding principle of all relationships. In a time often marked by division and brutal violence, his words inspire us to create a society rooted in dignity, solidarity, and peace—a civilization where love is not just a feeling, but a force for transformation. The first brick in building this civilization is Jesus Christ.