I think we should offer another possibility for people who are seeking healing, whether it be healing of the body, soul, or spirit. This should be done through very balanced forms of prayer. For example, not focusing solely on physical healing, but also on healing of the soul, such as by helping people prepare for a good confession.
In cases of serious problems, a good Catholic psychologist can also help from a medical point of view. For many people, there is also a medical issue involved. So it's important to approach the matter from both medical and spiritual perspectives, joining them together.
I repeat: it would be better to offer solid Catholic prayers invoking the saints, patrons of the sick, praying litanies, but in a sober and pious way. These should not be presented as direct or guaranteed methods of healing. We cannot tell people to go to a healing event with the intention or expectation that they will be healed. Because if they return without being healed, they may become frustrated and begin seeking healing through artificial or unhealthy means. This is neither safe nor spiritually healthy.
Therefore, such events should not be promoted by the Church or by priests. Instead, we should educate people, patients, and the faithful alike to trust in more balanced forms of prayer. Perhaps we can offer something under a different title, not “healing service,” but something like a Holy Hour for the Sick, or Prayers for Those in Spiritual Need, a more balanced and spiritually grounded approach.
Dear visitors of Gloria Dei and all who have already written or who will write a personal message to me. I am grateful for your attention, your kindness, for your spiritual support and especially for your sacrifices and prayers for me. God may reward you!
