What people perceive as truth draws them in every age. We may admire beauty, crave goodness, or pursue power, but truth has a peculiar magnetism
Many people of faith have responded to this call over the centuries. To serve God with the unique gifts that He gave them. But far
“What is truth? said jesting Pilate, and would not stay for an answer.” This quote is the first line of Francis Bacon’s essay, Of Truth.
For centuries, western mythology portrayed dragons as murderous, greedy hoarders of treasure, destroyers of villages, and adversaries to virtuous heroes. They were like Smaug in
In what appears to be a misguided effort to make Catholicism seem more appealing, some clergy avoid preaching about sin – at least sins regarding human sexuality
Today the world views authentic Catholicism as hateful and intolerant for supporting God’s truths in regard to homosexuality and transgenderism. Especially in the month of
This is part two of a three-part series on the twelve condemned propositions of December 1924. For Part 1 see here. Proposition 5: Truth Is
I’m continuing the summer series of reflections on the transcendentals as they are brought forth and nourished by artists, intellectuals, and professed religious. This month,
With freedom, books, flowers, and the moon, who could be unhappy? ~ Oscar Wilde My friends, I
Truth is unchanging no matter what people do to undermine it. Advancement to religious vows and ordination should be barred to those who are afflicted
If we are going to embrace Christ and His call to share Him with the world, we will encounter persecution. Not only does Jesus promise
If you watch or listen to what passes for mainstream news today, you will often hear from experts. It seems we need experts to enlighten
There are tens of thousands of different Christian churches in our world today. Each of them professes to have the inside track on attaining eternal
I always enjoy coming back to the parish after time away. Whether it’s for a weekend retreat, a month of break, or six weeks in
Last month, I offered some thoughts on forgiveness. The subject seems to have resonated with quite a few people. It also gave rise to a
Over the years I have followed various national threat assessment analyses. These analyses report, discuss, and predict what are and what will be the major
On Monday evening, February 13, 2023, Anthony McRae committed a senseless act of violence. He shot and killed three students at Michigan State University (Lansing,
The study group I am a part of began a tour through Dante’s “Divine Comedy” this week. This tour has led me to think about
Much of the culture war is being fought by a militia that is well-intentioned and capable, but disorganized and ill-equipped. They need the spiritual and
We cannot be worried about labels or backlash when it comes to speaking against the evil that is running around like a lion looking to
And How and Why We Separated. Part I discussed the misconception that Christians are saved by faith alone. Three statements from Scripture clearly and explicitly
And How and Why We Separated In the current Ecumenical effort among those professing to follow Christ, this material is an invitation to pause and
