St. Anselm’s “Proslogion”

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.

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)”

Walking into the Storm

In a like manner, we often complain, grunt, and groan when we are faced with a storm in our lives. But what if that storm is there not to hurt us but to help us grow? How would your circumstances change if you looked at it as an opportunity to encounter God and grow instead of seeing it as a burden?

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”

Third Sunday After Pentecost

We have a mission. We have a role. Being too nice and harmless can be harmful to the mission we are called to in this life. Christians are hated and persecuted. But, nevertheless, we must keep pushing. We must not stop. Jesus was hated by many but that did not stop Him and it must not stop us also.

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”

Answering a Common Objection to Christianity

“‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but by me.’ In Christianity, we have God’s full revelation to humanity. It’s true that all religions contain some measure of truth — the amount varying with the religion. Nevertheless, if we earnestly want to follow and worship God, shouldn’t we do it in the way He prescribed?

If Jesus is indeed God, then only Christianity contains the fullness of this truth.”