S02 Ep. 05 – Unpacking the Mystery of Human Suffering

Fr. Eric speaks about the Christian response to the problem of evil in the world, from a philosophical and pastoral perspective.  Issues discussed include the theological distinction between mysteries and problems; the salvific meaning behind our suffering, the need to trust in Divine Providence; and the importance of journeying with others in their suffering, as opposed to giving merely intellectual and philosophical responses to persons in need. 

Fr. Eric also cites Pope John Paul II’s Apostolic Exhortation, Salvifici Doloris (On the Christian Meaning of Human Suffering) (Feb. 11, 1984): http://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_letters/1984/documents/hf_jp-ii_apl_11021984_salvifici-doloris.html.

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