"In the secular world a 'mystery is something which baffles or eludes understanding, something which lies undisclosed. And the usual attitude of the world toward mystery is to resolve 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 situation that extend beyond their merely visible and physical dimensions."
In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish, Washington, DC) reflected on mystery and its role in our faith lives.
To access Msgr. Pope's complete post, please visit:
Msgr. Charles Pope: A Short Meditation on Mystery (4 JAN 11)
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