Salvifici Doloris, “On the Christian Meaning of Human Suffering” Pope John Paul II examines the meaning of personal suffering, as well as the Christian response to the suffering of others. The Gospel, Pope John Paul stresses, is “the negation of passivity in the face of suffering.” He adds: “The World of human suffering unceasingly calls for, so to speak, another world: the world of human love; and in a certain sense man owes to suffering that unselfish love which stirs in his heart and actions.” Why Be Catholic? 3: Suffering Fill Up What Is Wanting Frank Duff from Mary shall Reign
Redemptive Suffering By Father Paul A. Duffner, O.P.
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