For most of human history, our ancient ancestors explained the phenomenon of the universe through mythology. It wasn’t until the Pre-Socratic thinkers of the 6th century BCE that our ancestors began to try and rationally explain these phenomenon and the precursors to our modern schools was founded. As these philosophers started to rationally… Continue reading Villa Duchesne / City House Alumnae Mass 2018
Torture or Treatment: A Case Study
A copy of my paper submitted to the University of Mary in partial fulfillment for the degree of Master of Science in Biomedical Ethics. Torture or Treatment
Good Friday
The Gospel we just participated in should make us feel uneasy, not in the way fear makes us feel uneasy, but in the way, love makes us feel uneasy. For you see the “the cross of Christ is not a theory, but a dreadful ordeal and a sign of love.”[1] From the cross… Continue reading Good Friday
Our Attitude Towards the Crucifix
This morning, as we take time away from our busy schedules to spend time with Christ at the foot of the cross I think its important for us to look at the crucifix and ask ourselves what our response to it is. As we continue our meditation on that saving action of Christ, I… Continue reading Our Attitude Towards the Crucifix
The Last 7 Words: Jesus Speaking to your Marriage
So often when we think of the season of Lent, we think about what we are going to give up. While this is a good start, if this is the extent of our Lenten practices we are missing a great opportunity. For Lent is not just about doing something, it is about becoming someone.… Continue reading The Last 7 Words: Jesus Speaking to your Marriage
Epiphany 2018
The three wise men are some of the most mysterious characters in the bible. Why would these rich people from the east leave the comfort of their homes to set off on a journey into the unknown simply to follow a star? What was it that prompted them to take such a dangerous… Continue reading Epiphany 2018
Feast of the Holy Family 2017
For many of us, the Christmas season afforded us with many opportunities to spend time with our families. If your family is anything like mine, there were moments over the past few weeks which reminds us that every family is dysfunctional. Yet no matter what difficulties exist in our families, our time with them… Continue reading Feast of the Holy Family 2017
