The Church does not chase after every mystery
Not having an immediate answer can also be a form of prudence.
When strange phenomena appear, such as UFOs, it is easy to want a fast answer. But not every mystery demands an urgent statement. Sometimes the most serious approach is to admit that data is still lacking.
The Church tends to be prudent in these areas. She does not need to deny what she does not understand, but neither does she have to assert more than is known. Waiting is not always fear; often it is respect for the truth.
This also helps personal faith. Believing does not mean having an instantaneous explanation for everything, but living with trust while reason continues to search with composure.
Key idea
Prudence does not deny mystery; it prevents turning it into a spectacle.
Your challenge for this idea
Before giving an opinion on a strange topic today, distinguish what you know, what you assume, and what merely worries you.
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