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October 26, 2015

Who Really Wrote the Bible?

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

No other written work has had such a profound effect on the world. But does the Bible have any authority today? Perhaps more to the point, is there any way to prove whether it’s the inspired Word of God?

September 6, 2013

Good Riddance to Sin

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

Is anything or anyone wrong anymore? Today it seems that much human wrongdoing is reduced to the accepted fact that everyone makes mistakes.

Ten Things the Bible Says About Sin

The Bible has much to say about sin, of course, but here are a few key points to consider.

July 19, 2012

Trust Revisited

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

References to a supreme Being are common in American culture. Even the nation’s currency proclaims, “In God We Trust.” How did this come to be?

May 30, 2012

Of Life, Death and Dignity

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

How much say should people have in determining the circumstances of their demise? Is ultimate personal autonomy, even in death, the most important aspect of life?

Winter 2012

Sustainability in a Crowded World

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

As the earth’s population hits 7 billion, three newly released books describe the challenges that lie ahead, each addressing relevant issues from a different perspective.

Summer 2011

9/11: Looking Back, Looking Ahead

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

Even before September 11, 2001, terrorism was a fact of life for much of the world. Must we accept that it will always be that way?

Spring 2009

Life Without Children: The New Generation Gap

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

American and British researchers have identified several indicators that child care now occupies less of the average adult’s lifetime than in past decades.

The Give Way

The book of Acts declares, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” As it turns out, benevolence—looking out for the needs of others—offers tangible benefits. 

Fall 2006

Neurogenesis: Changing Your Mind

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

Until recently it was generally thought that we are incapable of producing new brain cells after early childhood.

Fall 2006

Are We in Need of a Neuromorality?

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

As neuroscience develops tests for particular psychological traits and medical predispositions in individuals, what moral values will govern such information?

Relationship Education

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

Have we unwittingly and unwisely established a pattern of teaching youths the subject of sex while neglecting to teach them about relationships?

Fall 2003

Interrupted Dreams

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

When the issue of racial desegregation came to a head in the United States in 1963, two men helped the nation navigate the moral crossroads.

Spring 2003

What’s Good About Greed?

Thomas E. Fitzpatrick

Greed is as old as human history. Enough, it seems, is seldom enough.

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