I enjoy reading fantasy and science fiction. The last few years I have become a fan of urban fantasy. Much urban fantasy is dystopian. One definition goes: "Utopian describes a society that's conceived to be perfect. Dystopian is the exact opposite — … [Continue reading]
When caring for the world goes wrong
“All extremes, except extreme devotion to the Enemy, are to be encouraged.”C.S. Lewis, The Screwtape Letters "Acedia is a paralysis of the soul, a slackness of the mind, a neglect of religious exercises, a hostility to vows taken. ... It is ... a … [Continue reading]
St. John of the Ladder on marriage
Some people in the world living carelessly have asked me, "We have wives and many social concerns, how could we possibly lead a life of solitude?" I answer them, "Do as much good as you can; do not speak ill of anyone; do not steal; do not lie; do … [Continue reading]
Evidence for COVID-19 theories is coming, and we are the evidence
Evidence-based practice (EBP) is applying or translating research findings in our daily patient care practices and clinical decision-making.https://accelerate.uofuhealth.utah.edu/explore/what-is-evidence-based-practice We are in the midst of a … [Continue reading]
Pro-life vs Open It Up movement
CNN posted today an article that is well worth reading. Titled "The dangerous morality behind the 'Open It Up' movement. You can find it by clicking here. You should read that article before reading this post. "One answer to that question -- … [Continue reading]
On Pascha’s (Easter’s) true meaning
With an apology, I am simply going to quote a long passage from Orthocath, date unknown. It has to do with the Pascha Liturgy celebrated by the survivors of Dachau in 1945 after they had been freed by American soldiers. It is wise for us to remember … [Continue reading]
Holy Week in Quarantine
This has been an incredibly unusual Holy Week. It has engendered any of various emotions within me. On the one hand, over the last few weeks, I have learned that I am neither a full extrovert nor a full introvert. I knew that I was not a full … [Continue reading]
On coronavirus and the Lordship of Christ
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of … [Continue reading]
You cannot make an omelet without breaking eggs
The USA Congress, both the House of Representatives and the Senate just passed a coronavirus stimulus bill, which has already been signed by President Trump. Regardless of which political stance you take, the bill has various items that could easily … [Continue reading]
The Annunciation and The Lord of the Rings
Today is the beginning of our salvation, and the manifestation of the mystery from the ages; for the Son of God becometh the Son of the Virgin, and Gabriel proclaimeth grace. Wherefore, do we shout with him to the Theotokos: Hail, O full of grace! … [Continue reading]
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