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John Clark6 min read

Maybe I’m The Problem

When the St. Catherine of Siena looked for answers as to why such suffering was occurring in the world, she pointed to an unlikely source: herself.
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Magis Center1 min read

Fr. Spitzer to Speak at the 45th Annual Summer Scripture Conference

The University of St. Mary of the Lake and Mundelein Seminary will host the 45th Annual Summer Scripture Conference, and Fr. Spitzer is among the speakers.
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Purposeful Universe1 min read

Dr. Michio Kaku – Goldilocks Theory [VIDEO]

Dr. Michio Kaku discusses the Goldilocks Theory and many conditions in the universe that must be just right to make for life and intelligent beings.
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Bill Schmitt7 min read

Jordan Peterson Returns, and We See Ourselves

I feel duty-bound to bring the good news that a spiritually enriching drama is now playing on You Tube: the return of Jordan B. Peterson, Ph.D.
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Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D.9 min read

Human vs. Animal Intelligence Through the Lens of Linguistic Abilities

There has been considerable speculation about higher primates having similar intellectual and linguistic capabilities to humans. Is this true?
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Purposeful Universe< 1 min read

Dr. Michio Kaku String Theory and Cosmic Music [Video]

In this 4-minute video clip Dr. Michio Kaku discusses the affect that Einstein’s attempt at discovering a unified theory of everything had on his life, how that led him into String Theory, and how ...
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Carol Lynn Miller4 min read

The One and the Many: How to Find Unity in Diversity

For Pentecost, Pope Francis and Bishop Baron talked about unity in diversity. In the Politics, Aristotle presents a political theory with a similar theme.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S.7 min read

The Life of James Clerk Maxwell

James Clerk Maxwell is considered the father of modern physics. Here we will present his contributions and influence within the timeline of his life.
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Katie Kresser, Ph.D.9 min read

Aesthetics and Spirituality Part II: Quests

Explore the ancient tradition of sacred quests and pilgrimages in this in-depth essay.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S.9 min read

How These Scientists’ Belief in God Helped Them Understand Nature

Here we highlight just a few of the many scientists whose belief in God helped them understand nature and gave them confidence to pursue scientific truth.
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Purposeful Universe< 1 min read

Physicist Paul Davies Explains Why Order is Essential for Science

In this video clip, eminent physicist Paul Davies explains that for science to be possible, order is essential.
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Katie Kresser, Ph.D.7 min read

Aesthetics and Spirituality Part I: High Places

Discover the universal tradition of building sacred high places across ancient civilizations in this insightful blog post.
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