Sunday, March 11, 2007

Father Paul Newton - Catholicism: Beyond Blind Faith

Cosdu is unequivocally glad to have had Father Paul Newton speak to us about the very interesting topic of Catholicism: Beyond Blind Faith at the recent session. Father Paul Newton was lively and engaging from start to finish and very successfully steered us through controversial waters.

Although not everyone's personal questions could be answered within the time constrain, we all had a fruitful time of discussion pondering upon thought-provoking questions. What is the basis of my faith? To what extent is my faith based on knowledge compared to what my feelings dictate? How do I make decisions in life or take moral stands in areas of my life that require me to do so? Do we tend to compartmentalize our faith and intellect? As a Catholic, do you you ever feel that you should not question the beliefs that you've been brought up with? That to question is to show a lack of faith?

Kurt

Father Paul Newton summed up by reminding us that at the crux of all our musings, we have to actively know more about Faith, pray for our faith while always keeping a loving relationship with God.

He also provided us a list of websites that provide good material to chew on.

Catholic Answers
Envoy
Scripture Catholic
Catholic Exchange
External Word Television Network
This Rock Magazine
Universalis - Liturgy of the Hours
Peter Kreeft
Conversion Stories
Catholic News Australia
Catechism of the Catholic Church

and last but not least, his own website; www.frpaulnewton.com

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