Greetings all! (You have to roll the r, otherwise it doesn't sound right.) We had an extremely enjoyable Areopagus at the Rens', to whom we extend our thanks for their hospitable hosting of us. Several extremely intriguing questions were asked, such as:

• Are altar girls okay?
• Is not voting immoral?
• How does one discern the greatest defect in one's soul?
• What's up with the St. Cyril's Catholic clown movement?
• Is it okay to write your sins for confession on a piece of paper?
• Is secession moral?
• Is teasing sinful?
• Why do they give nuns their names as soon as they enter the convent?
• Is Obama the Anti-Christ?
• How do you know if you really love God?
• What do you think of the game Mafia?

   I'll be sending out the next Areopagus location soon, so stay glued to your computers.

 Greetings all! We had a great Areopagus at the Kostiuks, many thanks to them for hosting us. Among the questions asked were such fascinating topics :

• If you don't know whether or not you are in mortal sin, is it permissible to go to communion?
• Were the Crusades a good or bad thing?
• Should high heels in stone churches be outlawed?
• If someone repents for a mortal sin, but die before they get to confession, can they be saved?
• When should people have a spiritual director?
• If a religious breaks their vows, are they excommunicated, or can they just go to confession?
• Does they name of Philadelphia have anything to with the Greek for brotherly love?
• Do Rosaries have to be blessed after they touch the ground?
• Are their times when lying is justified?

Vote for your favorite question in the comments section! Our next Areopagus will be at the Rens on the 16th

of November. See you all there!

 Areopagus is going to be at the Kostiuk household instead of the Rens'. If you need directions then just send me an email. So thanks to them for hosting and I hope to see you all on the 19th!

In Christ,
Henricus Tyranicus

September areopagus

 Greetings my fellow Areopagites! Many thanks to the Gagnons for hosting us this month. We had an exceedingly enjoyable time! There were many interesting questions discussed, including:

• Did Mary die?
• Are tariffs effective (the most controversial topic of the night!)?
• What would happen if we gave Henry power? 
• How should we explain the scapular to Non-Catholics? 
• How does general absolution work? 
• Are there circumstances under which people who committed suicide can go to heaven? 
• What defines an idiot? 
• How does one find what God wants them to do?
• Is it sinful to yell at people on T.V.?
• And, can the use of the word tongues in Acts of the Apostles mean that God is speaking through the person? 

It seems no one tends to comment on this blog. Correct this. Fight against it. Also, contrary to first impressions, that is not a picture of me. And I still can't find anyone to host the next Areopagus. Please consider volunteering if you are able!

In Christ,
Henricus Tyranicus

Gagnon's on the 7th

Michelangelo's "Slave (Atlas)": Is Daniel living matter?

Our next Areopagus will NOT be on the THIRD Friday, but on the first, that is, September 7th, at the Gagnons. Just send an e-mail to Henry to get directions.

Many thanks to the Longs, for our delightful areopagus around the campfire.

Areopagus at the Rectory

Greetings Areopagites,

   

    We extend our thanks to Fr. Ward for hosting the fantastic July Areopagus!  If you were unable to come to this month’s meeting, or you just can’t remember that one fascinating topic we discussed, some of the questions are listed below.

Why did John the Baptist baptize?  Was this a “custom” of sorts before the Baptism of Christ?

Is it all right for people who are non-denominational to attend Catholic Mass once in a while?

When should one read the Confessions by St. Augustine?

Should you make the Sign of the Cross during the Glory Be?

What should be said about people who only go to Mass on Sundays?  Should we judge them to be less holy?

What was the language of Babel before God sent out all the people?

How can one refute the argument that Our Lady is not a virgin because Jesus was made “according to the flesh?”

What is the difference between wisdom, prudence, and common sense?

Do babies see heavenly spirits?

If we make it to Heaven, what will our status be with the angels?

Are guardian angels or any other angels male or female?

Can you hear your guardian angel?

   

 
  The August Areopagus will be held at the Long residence.  Their address is 7651 Church Rd., Imlay City.  Come with your questions, comments, concerns, and a treat to share.

In Christ,

Lois Gagnon

Art Credits: Guardian Angel Picture from www.turnbacktoGod.com

July Areopagus

Areopagites and philosophers,

    Let’s all extend a huge thanks to the Iannuzzi family for hosting this month’s Areopagus!!  For those of you who were unable to make it, some of the questions rescued from the depths of Odysseus-the-Box at this month’s meeting are listed below. 

Did God give us inalienable rights?  How far do these go?

If you know that you absolutely cannot have children, can you still marry inside the Church?

Why was it so important for Mary to remain a Virgin after Christ’s birth?

Is it moral to donate organs other than kidneys?  Would it be euthanasia to take a vital organ from someone who was about to die soon anyway?

Does being single mean that you have missed your vocation in life, or is it a vocation in itself?

How should you honor the Eucharist if you can’t “feel” anything during Mass?

Is it all right to read a series that does not capitalize the word “God”?

Is it wrong for a priest to hear his family’s confessions?

Is it a sin to receive Holy Communion if you don’t know if you have mortal sin on your soul?  What if you don’t have mortal sin, but you haven’t gone to Confession in a while?

Also, Fr. Ward started off the meeting by sharing some insights into the Our Father, a prayer that is surprising in its depth.

    The July Areopagus will be held on the third Friday, as usual.  We will be meeting at the Rectory, so please come with your questions, concerns, cookies, and other problems and snacks to share.

In Christ,

Lois