Monsignor Charles Pope, pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish in the Archdiocese of Washington (DC), has written a commentary on a promise of peace the Lord made, as recorded in last Sunday's Gospel reading: "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give it to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid" (John 14:27).
Msgr. Pope notes how hard it is to avail oneself of this promise, and he advises that the experience of true inner peace usually grows gently in a person who is serious about prayer, reception of the Sacraments, and growth in the faith by studying and and reflecting on Scripture and the teachings of the Church. He also describes some of the fruits that begin to come forth in the person who is experiencing God’s gift of inner peace.
To read Msgr. Pope's full explanation, visit:
Msgr. Charles Pope: The Second Hardest Promise: Experiencing the Lord’s Gift of Peace
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