Prayer of Petition and Conformity to the Will of God

Community in Mission, Monsignor Charles Pope: In last Sunday’s Gospel, we heard the story of the widow at Nain, whose son Jesus raised from the dead. Beautiful though that story is, there are some who may wonder sadly why they did not receive a better answer to their prayers; why their loved one died. Such stories might even serve to deepen their sorrow. Full meditation is here.