05-05-2025
- General
- Wall Street Journal
Harris Gave ‘Joy' a Bad Rap
Maria Cannon suggests that 'joy' might be an overrated trait in looking for the next pope (Letters, May 3). I couldn't help but be reminded of St. Paul's letter to the Galatians in which he lists the fruits of the Holy Spirit: self-control, faithfulness, kindness, goodness and, among others, joy. This tells me that as Christians it's not simply nice to be joyful; it is a gift from God—to be cherished. Let's drop 'the stricken look' and share joy with the world. We all know that one draws more flies with honey than vinegar.
Roy Hall
