19 April 2013

Msgr. Pope on the Nature and Purpose of the Church

“Is the Church a thermometer or a thermostat? In other words are we called merely to reflect the temperature (thermometer), or are we called to affect the temperature (thermostat)? Many are deeply confused as to the role of the Church in the modern world and think we ought simply to reflect the mores of current times, rather than to prophetically announce the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”

In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish, Washington, DC) reflected on the nature and purpose of the Church and its role in these times.

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

Msgr. Charles Pope: Is the Church a Thermometer or a Thermostat? A Biblical reply to those who prefer a trendy and compliant Church (11 APR 13)

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