"In the secular world, a 'mystery' is something that baffles or eludes
understanding, something that lies undisclosed. And the usual attitude
of the world toward mystery is to solve it, get to the bottom of, or
uncover it. Mysteries must be overcome! The riddle, or 'who-done-it”'must be solved!
"In the Christian and especially the Catholic world, 'mystery' is something a bit different. Here,
mystery refers to the fact that there are hidden dimensions in things,
people, and situations that extend beyond their visible, physical
dimensions."
In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish,
Washington, DC) reflected on some of the aspects of "mystery," in light of our Catholic faith, as something to be savored and reverenced.
To access Msgr. Pope's complete post, please visit:
Community in Mission: What Do We Mean by the Word "Mystery?" (22 JAN 20)
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