“The fifth chapter of Paul’s First Letter to the Thessalonians contains what amounts to a community rule. It is a common feature of Paul’s letters that he begins them with a greeting, followed by a doctrinal section, to include moral issues, and then concludes with some commentary on community life. Let’s take a look at this final section of the letter to the Thessalonians for it is a helpful description of practices and attitudes to be cultivated as we live in the community we call the Church.”
In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish, Washington, DC) reflected on the scriptural guidance, as written by Saint Paul, for community life –in our parishes and in the greater Church and in other aspects of our lives as well.
To access Msgr. Pope’s complete post, please visit:
Msgr. Charles Pope: A Twelve Point Plan by St. Paul for the Church (12 SEP 12)
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