"In the month of November, we remember the souls of the faithful departed and our obligation to pray for them. November and into the early part of Advent is also a part of the Church year during which we begin to ponder the last things: death, judgment, Heaven, and Hell. In the northern hemisphere, the days grow shorter. In regions farther north, the once green trees and fields shed their lively green, and after the brief, golden gown of autumn, a kind of death overtakes the landscape. Life changes; we grow older, and one day we will die.
"It is fitting at this time that we ponder the passing glory of things and set our gaze on Heaven, where joys will never end. . . ."
In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish, Washington, DC) reflected on longing to leave this world and to be with God in Heaven.
To access Msgr. Pope’s complete post, please visit:
Msgr. Charles Pope: And Death is Gain…A Reflection on the Christian View of Death (12 NOV 14)
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