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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).

Sunday Reflection, 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time (August 11, 2013): Examined Faith Leads to a Deeper Faith

Today is the 19th Sunday of Ordinary Time.  The weekly readings can be found here.  For the reflection, I would like to focus on a quote from the Second Reading, a letter to the Hebrews:  “Faith is the realization of what … Continue reading

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Scientific Potpourri (August 9, 2013): Exploding Stars, Quantum Gravity and Oatmeal Bubbles

Here are some top stories from astronomy, cosmology and evolutionary biology from the past week: First 100,000 Years of Our Universe.   From Science Daily:  Mystery fans know that the best way to solve a mystery is to revisit the … Continue reading

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Feast of St. Dominic (August 8): Patron Saint of Scientists and the Symbiotic Relationship between Faith and Science

Today is the Feast of St. Dominic, the patron Saint of scientists.  This is a perfect opportunity to correct the false but unfortunately common perception that there is a conflict between science and religion.  Part of the reason for that is … Continue reading

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Life of Teilhard de Chardin: Second Trip to China and The Divine Milieu (1926-1928)

Teilhard de Chardin arrived in China for the second time in 1926.  At first, he was utterly miserable in China.  Teilhard felt he had been exiled to a remote wilderness and that he was going to be unable to achieve … Continue reading

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Feast of the Transfiguration: Teilhard de Chardin and Mass on the World

Today is the Feast of the Transfiguration.  It was one of those rare instances during Jesus’ lifetime when His divinity was clearly apparent to his closest disciples.  The Transfiguration also had a special place in the life and theology of … Continue reading

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Teilhard de Chardin Quote of the Week (August 5, 2013): Mass on the World

“Since once again, Lord — though this time not in the forests of the Aisne but in the steppes of Asia — I have neither bread, nor wine, nor altar, I will raise myself beyond these symbols, up to the … Continue reading

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Sunday Sabbatical: Go Light Your World

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Sunday Reflection, 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time (August 4, 2013): What Possesses Us?

Today is the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time.  The readings focus on wealth and material possessions.  They also contain an interesting statement from the Book of Ecclesiastes, which is one of the most interesting quotes from the Hebrew Bible: “Vanity of … Continue reading

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Blessed Peter Faber, S.J.: The First Jesuit Priest

Continuing with the Ignatian-themed week, today is the feast day of Blessed Peter Faber, S.J.  Fr. Faber was one of the founders of the Society of Jesus and the first priest among the Jesuits.  Pope Francis mentioned his admiration for … Continue reading

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Scientific Potpourri (August 2, 2013)

Attached are top stories from the past week in cosmology and evolutionary biology (with an Omega Point reflection thrown in:-).  Please click on the heading to see the article. Reflections on the Omega Point.  From Metanexus:  The Omega Point is … Continue reading

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