You are here:
Catholics/Expert Profile
Expertise
I will make an attempt at almost any question. I am a trained Catechist and Apologist, and I can answer most questions regarding: -Church Doctrine -Biblical questions (I have a cursory understanding of Greek, Hebrew and Aramaic) -Catholic Philosophy -History of the Church (especially the early church) -Apologetic questions (i.e. why we believe what we believe) -Ethics I look forward to your questions!
Experience in the area
I work as the College Catechist of Benedictine College in Atchison, KS, and the Director of RCIA. I am a revert to the Catholic faith and had to learn my way home, so to speak.
Education/Credentials
B.A. Philosophy, Benedictine College B.A. History, Benedictine College
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Don | 06/13/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you. |
| kris | 05/22/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks a lot, that was really helpful ..... |
| yolie | 05/24/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | VERY, VERY helpful. Your answer was easy ..... |
| Robert | 05/15/09 | 7 | 8 | 10 | It was Constantine @ Nicaea that made ..... |
| Tom | 05/15/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the speedy reply. |
Recent Answers from J.M.J. West
2011-06-08 John 14:27:
The word translated here as "peace" is the Greek word "eirēnē." (It's the root if the name Irene). It's used repeatedly in scripture, and the general sense is a lasting internal peace. (CF:
2011-06-06 Book of Leviticus:
With regards to eating clean animals and unclean animals, such prohibitions passed away with the coming of the New Covenant. Consider Peter's vision in Acts 11, where he is told to eat all the animals
2011-06-01 Sola Scriptura:
Shawn, Thank you for your question. I think your problem stems from a misunderstanding of the Catholic position, which holds that scripture is the highest authority, unique in being direct revelation
2011-05-18 Robotics and Christian Ethics:
"What is a Catholics view on robotics in general?" Robotics, or the development of mechanical devices intended to aid human-kind is, on the whole, a benign topic. The chief concerns of the Church would
2010-05-19 yolie:
Yolie, Thank you for your email. I'll refer you to a very handy site which delves into precisely this question: http://www.cin.org/users/james/files/deuteros.htm + + + DEFENDING THE DEUTEROCANONICALS
Answers by Expert:
©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.