From the Eternal City, where with some of the youth of Venezia, we come to celebrate the Resurrection of Our Lord and Savior, I send good wishes to all, and an apostolic blessing.

Resurrexi, et adhuc tecum sum. Alleluia! - These words from the Sacred Liturgy are as the Risen Christ speaking to us, his people. He says, "I am risen and I am here with you." To this we shout our praise and say "Alleluia".

May the Risen Christ reign in your hearts and lives. May our Divine Savior bless your homes, strengthen your dear ones, and reveal God's love to you day by day.

A blessed and glorious Easter to all!

+ Federico Maria

Patriarca di Venezia

Visitor general to the Principato di Melioria