Homilies of Monsignor Charles Pope Standin' in the Need of Prayer
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Oct 27, 2025 Dive into a thought-provoking discussion on humility and the power of prayer. Learn how the Pharisee's self-righteous attitude contrasts with the tax collector's sincere repentance. Monsignor Pope critiques the emptiness of prideful prayers while urging us to seek Christlike perfection. Discover the importance of recognizing our shortcomings to fully appreciate divine mercy. The episode highlights how humble prayers can pierce the heavens, reminding us of the transformative power of grace and the beauty of salvation.
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Bad News Makes Good News
- Knowing the “bad news” (our sin and distance from God) makes the “good news” (Christ’s mercy) truly meaningful.
- Monsignor Charles Pope argues humility about our condition opens us to astonishment and gratitude for God's grace.
Mexican Priest's Heroic Stand
- Monsignor Pope recounts hearing a homily about a Mexican priest who shouted "Viva Cristo Rey" and died rather than renounce Christ.
- He uses the story to humbly compare himself to heroic saints and to urge higher aspiration.
Three Moves Of Humble Prayer
- The tax collector model shows three prayer moves: recognize distance, admit disability, and request deliverance.
- Pope stresses this humble hope invites God's mercy and makes prayer effective.