Chrześcijańskie formy pomocy w przeżywaniu tajemnicy cierpienia

Abstract

While touching the mystery of suffering, which it undeniably is, it is worthwhile to stop and consider the issue of assistance in suffering pain so as to derive spiritual fortification from the experience. Spiritual life, prayer, the sacraments and the community of the Church are primary means of spiritual nature that bring about consolation in physical and moral pain. The purpose of this article is to identify and discuss Christian forms of assistance in experiencing the mystery of suffering. The attempt to address the issue was inspired by a study of Pope Francis’ message for the World Day of the Sick. The paper is based on contemporary Church documents and theological literature.