Fr. Jerry Pokorsky: The Remedy for World Weariness

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By Fr. Jerry Pokorsky, Catholic Culture, Nov 06, 2023

Fr. Jerry Pokorsky is a priest of the Diocese of Arlington who has also served as a financial administrator in the Diocese of Lincoln. Trained in business and accounting, he also holds a Master of Divinity and a Master’s in moral theology. …

Paralyzing world-weariness is not an option for a Christian. Getting our priorities right is the secret to peace of soul and apostolic zeal. Jesus teaches there is only one Rabbi, Father, and Master (cf. Mt. 23:8-10). God alone determines the meaning of all teaching authority, fatherhood, and rulership. We participate in His authority only when we place God first.

The teachings of Jesus reinforce the correct order of our relationships: God, family, and country. Families and nations participate in God’s authority with the law of God impressed on the hearts of all. We wrestle to keep God first in our thoughts, words, and deeds. Rearranging the priorities leads to the abuses of tribalism and Godless nationalism. …

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