Reflections on The Imitation of Christ

The Imitation of Christ is a spiritual classic. It is also one of the most read and influential spiritual books in the history of Christianity. Year after year I would attempt to sit down and read through this book. However,…

The Five Levitical Sacrifices and Christianity

I sometimes ask my students if they have tried to read the Bible all the way through. Some hands go up. When I ask them how far they get, most say that they stop somewhere in the third book: Leviticus….

Synod on Synodality: Final Document – First Impressions

Yesterday, the Synod on Synodality released their final document. I have read what they have released and will share with you my takeaways. I am sure someone more learned can do a more thorough breakdown, but this will have to…

Not Big Enough To Be Small

I probably spend too much time on social media. In this regard, I know that I am not alone. Through my hours of scrolling, I have come across this atheist meme a few times: “CHRISTIANITY: Belief that one God created…

Accompany Without Affirming

I recently finished a month-long workshop hosted by my diocese. The topic was going over The Genesis of Gender by Dr. Abigail Favale. There were many wonderful insights regarding the philosophical roots of the modern gender movement. The sessions were…

You Cannot Vote For Evil

I haven’t written in the past about Catholic morality and voting. Because candidates and political parties are not perfect, you are morally permitted to vote for someone who may not uphold Catholic morals well. For example, if one candidate supports…

Q and the Synoptic Problem

For today’s article, I thought we would look at some modern Biblical Theory regarding the Gospels. While you may find greater spiritual profit in praying with the Scriptures, it is helpful to understand the modern methodologies so that you are…

The Battle of the Sexes

I recently saw the hit movie Barbie. While many people have a variety of opinions, it made me think about the battle of the sexes. The movie presents an antagonistic relationship between men and women. While the movie does this…

The Acid of Resentment

Resentment is a feeling that should be avoided at all costs. This feeling can worm its way into our hearts in several different ways. We could begin to feel resentment towards someone because of they treat us with seaming disrespect….

No One is Conceived By Accident

At some point in our lives, we learn about “the birds and the bees.” The mechanics of human reproduction are taught to us. And many people in this world try to engage in the activity of reproduction without the intention…