More quotes by Pope John Paul II

"The ethos of redemption is realized in self-mastery, by means of temperance, that is, continence of desires."
"Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song."
"I hope to have communion with the people, that is the most important thing."
"Do not be afraid. Do not be satisfied with mediocrity. Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch."
"The true Christian can nurture a trustful optimism, because he is certain of not walking alone. In sending us Jesus, the eternal Son made man, God has drawn near to each of us. In Christ he has become our travelling companion."