Pope Francis said that the sacraments are gifts from God, given freely, and not a means for the church to generate income to cover expenses.
The sacraments are gifts from God that are given freely and are not a way for the church to fill up its coffers to cover expenses.
Pope Francis made this statement during morning Mass at the Domus Sanctae Marthae, his residence, at the Vatican.
Author's summary: Pope Francis emphasizes sacraments as free gifts from God.