It’s not uncommon for people to portray a fundamental misunderstanding of not only who the Church Fathers are, but also the place they hold in terms of expounding Catholic doctrine.
An Advent Story: A Man Who Loved Christ to Tears
After a long pause, John told me about a terrible fire-fight he’d experienced in the war. He didn’t describe any of the details. There was no talk of blood or bombs or bullets or shredded bodies. What he did say, is the Lord had saved him. And he didn’t know why.
Advent and the Search for God: The Importance of Effort
The search for Divine Love demands of man every effort of intellect, a sound will, an upright heart, as well as the witness of others who teach him to seek God (CCC, 30).
Thanksgiving in Christ
As I celebrate Thanksgiving, I notice there’s something missing. My heart longs for a different kind of celebration in a different kind of place. And until I am there, there will always be something missing.
Homosexual Unions and the Influence of Culture on Politics
Why is the GOP onboard with homosexual unions? Politicians generally never risk associating themselves with what a majority of citizens consider to be radical—they see doing so as death to their campaign strategy for election or reelection.