I agree wholeheartedly. In my work on forgiveness, I usually suggest that the anger and grief over an injury are a part of the forgiveness process. I even suggest not forgive until a measure of it has been nursed a bit, for then one knows what she is forgiving. To forgive immediately often means that one hasn’t understood fully what has to be forgiven. Not to worry—acts of forgiveness can be repeated as necessary until true peace comes.
Jenny, this is so well written, researched, and Catholic. Thank you!
Thank you, Fr.! That means a great deal to me!
I agree wholeheartedly. In my work on forgiveness, I usually suggest that the anger and grief over an injury are a part of the forgiveness process. I even suggest not forgive until a measure of it has been nursed a bit, for then one knows what she is forgiving. To forgive immediately often means that one hasn’t understood fully what has to be forgiven. Not to worry—acts of forgiveness can be repeated as necessary until true peace comes.
Perfectly said, I agree completely. It sounds like you do wonderful work on forgiveness and helping others. Blessings to you!
Well said!
Thank you, Kathleen! The article was so interesting to research, and I think it's a message that needs to be repeated often.
I agree!