Our Trouble with Eyesight
A gospel reading from the evangelist John in a recent Catholic liturgy presented a story that is among my favorites because the characters are so relatable. Jesus and his disciples ...
God’s Patience
Don’t you love the apostle, Peter? In the reading from Matthew’s gospel used in a recent Catholic liturgy, Peter witnesses – along with James and John – Jesus’ transfiguration. In ...
Us and Them
I’m in the middle of a book on the history of Cuba. It may sound boring, but it’s not. Cuba’s history is a mismatch of heroism, extreme racism, lofty aspirations ...
Is God Done?
So did God, who is said to be all–knowing and super intelligent, mess up when he created us and the rest of the universe? The “human condition” – generally all ...
How the World Works
“If you want peace, seek justice.” – Pope Paul VI “That’s not how the world works.” – Many of the world’s leaders. “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, “what ...
Why “Skeptical Faith?”
Some readers may wonder why I call my blog “Skeptical Faith.” Aren’t the two words at odds, antithetical? Not in my view. In fact, I hope that all believers are ...