Philosophy for Theology: A scholar of art & religion

The last part of my Philosophy for Theology project was to discuss my own academic interests. This will certainly give readers a better understanding of what my scholarly agenda is....

Catholic convents and monasteries sheltered Jews during WWII

New documentation has emerged that supports reports of Catholic convents and monasteries in Rome providing shelter to Jews during World War II. This discovery, presented at an academic conference in Rome, includes the names of Jews whose identities have been confirmed by the city’s Jewish community....

Racial injustice: Apologies from a white Evangelical

Where to begin… This is going to be difficult to write. Please understand that my perspective is that of a white man who has grown up with White privilege. Thus, I feel as if my voice on this issue should be outweighed by the voices of Black men and women who have so much greater understanding, and experiences...

Corrective lenses: Why I was wrong about spanking my children

A recent trip to the optometrist reminded me that the unfortunate realities of aging include worsening eyesight. At this rate, my eyesight may soon be as bad as my hearing; at least that is what I think I heard my eye doctor say...

Why I Hate Evangelicals

I had an interesting experience a few years back. A message was sent to me on social media from a family member asking me, “Why do you hate evangelicals?” If you follow this website or know me personally that may seem like a weird question....