Catholicism offers a beautifully holistic vision of the human person, that shapes the way we approach evangelisation too.
7 ways Christianity shaped (& saves) Western civilisation
One of the most compelling proofs of Christianity’s legitimacy is how conducive it is to both individual and civilizational flourishing. I’ve often argued that even if one struggles with a personal relationship with God, Christianity’s worldview still makes the most sense to live. Not only is it conducive to everything that gives life meaning, it…
The surprising theme running through the top 6 Disneys (and why Christians should be excited)
Did you know that out of the twenty-seven Disney feature animations released during its renaissance era (1998-2013), all of the top six feature a royal character in exile?[1] According to the official International Movie Database (IMDB) poll conducted by 6,132 people, the top six most popular Disney films rank as follows: The Lion King (1994):…
An image for COVID lockdown blues
Hi friends, I kept receiving this image in prayer so I drew it out and thought I’d share it in case it speaks to you too! When the Israelites crossed the Red Sea, it was natural that all their emotion was invested on either the (i) pursuing Egyptian threat behind them OR (ii) the hope…
Can God ‘speak’ through our dreams? A Catholic response
Many Christians frown upon any notion of dream interpretation, due to its apparent association with New Age divination, which is of course strictly forbidden.[1] This being said, what of the ample biblical evidence of God speaking to mankind through dreams, such as with Daniel (Dan 2, 4), Joseph the son of Jacob (Gen 40), twice…
Revisiting Harry Potter, a mature Catholic reflection
What the Harry Potter debate reveals about our spirituality Rather than diving into the story or themes of Harry Potter, this article aims explore the concerns some Christians have with Harry Potter itself. Since its release, not a few voices have suggested the story normalises alleged occult and pagan practices in the form of a…
Can Catholics Celebrate Halloween? Some reflections
Halloween is celebrated on October 31st, on the eve of All Saints Day. But did you know the name Halloween actually means ‘all saints eve’. It was traditionally named by Pope Gregory III in the 8th century, who adopted the evening to prepare the faithful for the feast of All Saints Day on Nov 1st….
How should Catholics relate with psychology?
This is an important question with many avenues to explore, so I will only make a start here to get us thinking. The word catholic (small c) actually means something like ‘the whole,’ or ‘the collective.’ Therefore the way Catholics should understand the field of psychology should also be according to ‘the whole’, and not…
COVID-19: Hope we can draw from the biblical image of wilderness
How the biblical portrayal of wilderness can provide us with hope and the promise of encounter during COVID-19 pandemic
Why St Therese of Lisieux Is So Special to Me
A testimony and witness to what St Therese of Lisieux has meant for my spiritual journey
The Timeless Quill 