"The feast of St. Augustine this Tuesday
provides us yet another opportunity to learn from him. We can ponder
his teaching on suffering and its role in preserving us from something
far worse.
"When asked, most people identify their
most serious problems as those related to their physical health or their
finances; family and career are also often mentioned.
"Frankly, our biggest problem is pride
and all the sins that flow from it. Nothing is more serious than our
sins, which can destroy us forever. Worldly problems are temporary. They
can make life unpleasant or at worst kill us, but then we get to go
home and meet God if we are faithful."
In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish,
Washington, DC) reflected on St. Augustine and his message related to how God permits suffering in our lives so as to keep us from becoming too prideful.
To access Msgr. Pope's complete post, please visit:
Community in Mission: St. Augustine on Suffering as a Medicine (27 AUG 18)
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