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About William Ockham

I am a father of two with eclectic interests in theology, philosophy and sports. I chose the pseudonym William Ockham in honor of his contributions to philosophy, specifically Occam's Razor, and its contributions to modern scientific theory. My blog (www.teilhard.com) explores Ignatian Spirituality and the intersection of faith, science and reason through the life and writings of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin (pictured above).

An Introvert in Church

Posted on December 13, 2013 by William Ockham

Originally posted on Smallest of Seeds:
This is the last thing I see of the outside world on the mornings I attend mass. Its size and detail are so overwhelming as to fill my entire gaze. And when I leave…

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Vatican Astonomers Contemplate God and Science in Geminid Meteor Shower

Posted on December 13, 2013 by William Ockham

Because one can not have too much of Brother Guy Consolmagno, S.J. Set forth below is an excerpt from the Detroit Free Press on the Geminid Meteor Shower that is expected to peak Saturday morning and the role that Detroit native … Continue reading →

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Exorcizing the God of the Gaps

Posted on December 11, 2013 by William Ockham

Originally posted on Eclectic Orthodoxy:
The rise of modern science created a problem for Christian theology. If God is not scientifically needed to explain why water freezes at 32°F or why the stars come out at night, if the universe…

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Congratulations to Pope Francis, the First Jesuit Named as Time Person of the Year

Posted on December 11, 2013 by William Ockham

     

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Lost sheep

Posted on December 10, 2013 by William Ockham

Originally posted on There Will Be Bread:
If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray, will he not leave the ninety-nine in the hills and go in search of the stray? – Matthew 18:12-13 The…

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Teilhard de Chardin Quote of the Week (December 9, 2013)

Posted on December 9, 2013 by William Ockham

One could say that the whole of life lies in seeing — if not ultimately, at least essentially. To be more is to be more united — and this sums up and is the very conclusion of the work to … Continue reading →

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Second Sunday of Advent (December 8, 2013): Burning Away What Divides Us

Posted on December 7, 2013 by William Ockham

I am baptizing you with water, for repentance, but the one who is coming after me is mightier than I. I am not worthy to carry his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. — Matthew 3:11 This Sunday … Continue reading →

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Patience and God

Posted on December 6, 2013 by William Ockham

I thought this article by Fr. Ron Rolheiser in the Scottish Catholic Observer was very good, and not only because of the Teilhard de Chardin reference :-).  I encourage you to read the article here but set forth below is … Continue reading →

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Saint Francis Xavier: A Digital Pilgrimage

Posted on December 3, 2013 by William Ockham

Originally posted on In Our Company:
Genesis 12:1 “Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you.”  The map below details the journeys of Saint Francis Xavier from Europe to different…

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Feast of St. Francis Xavier, S.J. (December 3)

Posted on December 3, 2013 by William Ockham

Today is the Feast Day of St. Francis Xavier, S.J., one of the most famous early Jesuits. He was a close companion of St. Ignatius of Loyola and one of the first seven Jesuits. Francis Xavier led an extensive mission into Asia, mainly … Continue reading →

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