Monthly Archives: October 2019

Is God Just?

Posted on October 24, 2019 by Quentin

Crime and punishment – no not Dostoevsky, just Quentin – who wants to know the answer. And I am asking about God’s decisions. Straightforward Catholic teaching tells us that if we commit a mortal sin, and die before we have … Continue reading →

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The Almighty’s Good Idea

Posted on October 17, 2019 by Quentin

One of the Almighty’s better ideas is evolution. The system he has set up makes continuously towards improvement. Given that living creatures can pass on their characteristics through breeding, this is the inevitable outcome. The good characteristics enable creatures to … Continue reading →

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NEWMAN — bad or good?

Posted on October 10, 2019 by Quentin

Next Sunday, Cardinal Newman will be declared a saint. It would be interesting to know how readers of this site react to him and to his value to the Church. I am aware that some of you know more of … Continue reading →

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