Msgr. Pope on the Family and Its Relationship to the Church

“As we continue to read the letter of St. Paul to Titus in the reading at daily Mass, we see some important teachings about the “domestic Church,” otherwise known as the family. The insights are important, for if the domestic church is not strong, neither will the parish, diocesan or universal Church be strong. And while there is a tendency today on blogs like this, to often focus on the disrepair that some notice of the parish or diocesan Church, it remains a fact that many of our families are in far greater disrepair.

“In effect God gives a simple insight for Church renewal in the reading from today’s (Tuesday of Week 32) Mass. So let’s take a brief look at what the Holy Spirit says through St. Paul says about the family, and its relationship to the Church.”

In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish, Washington, DC) reflected on the importance of preaching sound doctrine at the parish level and the related role of the family in living the Gospel message, both of which contribute to a strong parish community.

To access Msgr. Pope’s complete post, please visit:

Msgr. Charles Pope: A Simple Plan from God For Church Renewal (13 NOV 12)