Augusto Zampini

Augusto Zampini (25 July 1969 –) is an Argentine priest of the Catholic Church who served as a secretary of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.

Quotes

• We follow Christ, and he's come to bring the Kingdom of God, that is one of justice, peace, inclusion. This Kingdom, of course, will come at the end of times, but we are tasked with spreading it. And this means that the Catholic Church is called to work where there's justice, peace, but also war. It's called to work in healthcare, the environment, politics and the world of finance. It's a call from the Gospel.
  • Returning from Davos, Vatican official speaks of ‘hopeful’ change in world leaders (9 February 2020) Crux

• There is a natural instinct that pushes for a return to old institutions and a quick economic recovery. This, for us, would be the worst outcome. We must use this opportunity to envision a better future.
  • Member of Vatican’s COVID-19 Commission says ‘We must use this opportunity to envision a better future’ (1 July 2020) Our Sunday Visitor