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Church Suffering

The "Church Suffering" refers to a spiritual concept where followers of the Church unite their personal sacrifices, struggles, and penances with Christ’s suffering on the cross. It emphasizes participating in Jesus’s suffering to grow in faith, seek forgiveness, and unite with His sacrifice for the salvation of humanity. Traditionally, believers offer their sufferings in prayer or penance, viewing them as a way to deepen their relationship with God and to help alleviate the suffering of others, fostering spiritual growth and unity with Christ’s Passion.