According to the Catechism, chastity is “the moral virtue which, under the cardinal virtue of temperance, provides for the successful integration of sexuality within the person leading to the inner … Continued
Even though Catholic Social Teaching encourages the wide distribution of property, in Vancouver it seems there’s little we can do to help younger people achieve affordable home ownership. Until Oct. … Continued
In life we often have very difficult decisions in which we pray for God’s help in discerning our choice on important subjects such as marriage, a career change, or major … Continued
Ready to vote? Consider the following statement of Jesus: “Make friends for yourselves by means of dishonest wealth.” It’s a mysterious remark for most people. And yet Jesus states it … Continued
Chatting with a friend recently, I commented that some days are so busy it’s tempting to wish I were living in a cloistered convent, where everything is ordered and prayer … Continued
There are times in life when we are faced with uncomfortable situations and, as my 11-year-old likes to remind me, “God always has a plan.” During my university days, I … Continued
Like a lot of depressing movies, Ad Astra’s strong dose of melancholia may well aim at indirectly endorsing a reinvigorated engagement with life. Having administered its nihilistic fix, the film … Continued
I would like to thank everyone who offered their prayer and other support for me throughout my period of incarceration at Alouette CCW and during last week's trial. While … Continued
In some respects, the Oct. 21 federal election will be a referendum on tolerance. That word, tolerance, is a favourite among politicians, indeed among many Canadians. Our tolerance for the … Continued
Are there some deliberate actions that are always immoral, no matter what the circumstances are? Take abortion, for example. Or euthanasia. Is it always wrong to deliberately end an innocent … Continued