The kernel is the belief that God is love and, in Catholicism, God's love is present in the world. It is in the sacraments, in the Eucharist, in our families, in our friends, in our neighborhood, and forgiveness in the touch of a friendly hand, in a rediscovered love God is there.
"Father Andrew Greeley Extended Interview". Interview With Judy Valente, www.pbs.org. May 10, 2002.