St. Anselm wrote one of the most foundational proofs for God’s existence, but unlike contemporary thinkers, Anselm humbly accepted that he could not understand everything about the universe. Today, we explore Anselm’s fundamental argument for the existence of God.
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Narnia and Lord of the Rings on ‘being Dangerous’
Today, we’re often afraid of that which is “dangerous.” We prefer to stick to the comfortable, recognizable. Such beliefs were not the notion of the two most famous Inklings, who used the word much more deliberately.
Reflection on Sunday’s Reading (12/13/20)
“Do not quench the Spirit.” (1 Thessalonians 5:19) Oftentimes, when captivated, our minds press us forward, leading us as though under a trance. Something encourages us to act and we respond without hesitation. But then, we stop. Our mind orders us that our current movement is but mere folly, that we are acting rashly. WeContinue reading “Reflection on Sunday’s Reading (12/13/20)”
Blog – Moments
For the first time in months, I can say, without hesitation, that I am busy.Busy.The word has such a nagging tone to it. It calls to mind the running of errands, the doing of taxes, and the sweeping of floors.But as I reflect upon all the busyness of the past few weeks, I am remindedContinue reading “Blog – Moments”
Eucharistic Renaissance
Like most people reading this blog, I can recall those moments in childhood when my mother would announce, “it’s time to go to Mass!” and would be met with a chorus of groans from the family. It wasn’t so long ago that I found myself dreading the early morning wake ups that characterized my Sundays.ButContinue reading “Eucharistic Renaissance”
Liturgy of the Hours
Liturgy of the Hours, or the Divine Office, is the “daily prayer of the Church marking the hours of each day and sanctifying the day with prayer” (USCCB). The Hours are a contemplative dialogue on the “mystery of Christ, using scripture and prayer” (USCCB). The two most important Hours are Morning and Evening Prayer because they include a Gospel canticle: Morning Prayer (Benedictus) and Evening Prayer (Magnificat).
Catholicism Rekindled 