At the conclusion of a recent Pro-Life conference in my diocese, I heard a participant say, “We really are a ragtag army, aren’t we?” Indeed. I was immediately reminded of Gideon’s army, which I’ve commented upon before. Gideon was … Continue reading The Battle is the Lord’s
The short Book of Ruth offers a refreshing change after reading the dark book of Judges. It is a short book, with only four chapters, and can easily be read in a single sitting. The Book of Ruth opens with … Continue reading Ruth, Boaz, and the Coming of the King
Why does the Catholic Church require most of its priests to live a celibate life? While most of the Eastern Catholic churches allow married men to be ordained, priests of the Latin Rite must be celibate. In this post … Continue reading A Biblical Case for Clerical Celibacy