Kingdom of God

Time to Place Your Bet

As the life of G.K. Chesterton illustrates: Whatever the cost, now is the time to place your bet.

This Sunday’s readings speak about repentance. We hear Jonah calling the Assyrians to repentance. Jesus begins his public ministry with similar urgency: “This is the time of fulfillment. The Kingdom of God is at hand. Repent and believe in the Gospel.” To illustrate repentance I would like to use a famous twentieth century convert… Continue reading »

“Over-Population causes scarcity.”

Misleading Slogan #8 “Over-Population causes scarcity.” Recently I had the opportunity to talk with a priest from Hong Kong. He told me some interesting facts about this British colony which in July will revert to the Peoples Republic of China. The future is uncertain, but her past is simply amazing-and provides the most succinct response … Continue reading »