John Clark
The Metaphysics of JFK
Many people who leave the Catholic Church pride themselves on the use of reason. But on the level of reason, when did the metaphysics stop being true?
Getting Back in the Habit of Mass
We cradle Catholics must establish a habit for ourselves that was first established by others for us: the habit of going to Mass.
Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen to Good People?
John Clark discusses suffering and why it is not the cause to not believe in God, but rather, a reason to.
How Wonderful is Wonder?
It must be hard to live a life of metaphysical certitude about everything. Certainty leaves no room for wonder. And that’s sad. Because wonder is wonderful.
God and the Vanguard of Atheism
In discussions with atheists, I've been accused of seeing everything in a way that supports my position that God exists—a relatively kind accusation compared to some well-renowned atheists.
Overcoming Scrupulosity with Moral Conversion
Intellectual conversion helps us know God and spiritual conversion helps us love God—both can help us overcome scrupulosity. We also need moral conversion.
Overcoming Scrupulosity with Spiritual Conversion
In the battle against scrupulosity, spiritual conversion, which has been defined as “falling in love with God,” can prove to be a most powerful weapon.
Overcoming Scrupulosity With Intellectual Conversion
Intellectual conversion is necessary not only to see the innocence in others, but sometimes, in ourselves, namely in the struggle with scrupulosity.
Scrupulosity Is An Obstacle to Truth
Obstacles to truth come in different forms; on the level of conscience and our response to it. Two big obstacles to truth are laxity and scrupulosity.