What is Time? Part III—Entropy, Time’s Arrow
This post discusses entropy—how change from order to disorder is measured as an increase in entropy and thus, how entropy is shown as "the arrow of time."
St. John Paul II on the 100th Anniversary of His Birth
Today, May 18, would have been St. John Paul the Great’s 100th birthday. The tributes and memories shared around the world are many and heartfelt!
Hidden Figures in the Story of DNA
If someone asked you who discovered DNA, what answer would you give? The correct answer: all of the above contributed in some way—and many others!
Solidarity and Social Distancing
We’re all in this together. This saying serves as a perfectly workable definition of the Catholic social doctrine principle of solidarity—and subsidiarity.
Heartwarming Video Thanks Covid-19 Health Care Workers
Musical artist Marie Miller, daughter of Magis Executive Director Joe Miller, produced a heartwarming slide show tribute to the covid-19 medical personnel.
Easter and the Science of Hope
After I talk on science and faith, the most asked questions touch on the issue of natural evil and the possibility of miracles. Both painfully topical.
What is Time? Part II—How We Perceive Time
In this second article on the series of how we perceive time, we focus on three perceptions: St. Augustine of Hippo, William James, and Oliver Sacks.
[Video] The Body of Christ After the Resurrection
Was Christ subject to any physical laws after the resurrection? In the video below, Father Robert Spitzer explains.
The Secret to Surviving Covid-19 and Beyond: Adaptability
This crisis has given us at least one great gift: time. So what are you doing with this gift? Are you just surviving or are you trying to thrive?
Why the Cross?
Rejected, despised, mocked. His life as a ransom for many. Have you ever looked upon the Crucified Jesus and just asked, “Why?”
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.
Coping and Thriving in the Covid-19 Crisis
With social distancing and self-quarantines, it's challenging not to succumb to depression and a sense of helplessness. Everett Worthington points to hope.