In the last 6 months or so, with the election of Pope Francis, Catholicism has been on the radar perhaps a little more than usual. In these past months Francis has been the catalyst for a lot of good conversations about Christianity, Catholicism, and the like – I know it's helped me to think more… Continue reading Stepping Out in Faith – Former Catholics Tell Their Stories
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Here I Stand (Book Review)
I have decided to include a few book reviews every now and again on this blog, and this one is the first. Why book reviews? Two reasons. First, and most obviously, I just want to share what books I have found helpful (or not) and why, so that other people can choose wisely with their… Continue reading Here I Stand (Book Review)
Have we forgotten the mother of Jesus?
A friend of mine recently posted on Facebook lamenting the fact that Protestant Christians completely undervalue Mary, the mother of Jesus. In response, another person (who is a Protestant himself) added that she's not only undervalued, but almost completely forgotten. In addition to all this, just a few months ago a fellow student of mine… Continue reading Have we forgotten the mother of Jesus?