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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).

Belated Feast of St. Barnabas (June 11)

Yesterday was the Feast of St. Barnabas.  I had wanted to provide some thoughts but work and family got in the way so this is a day late.  This is not all bad as it extends the spirit of this … Continue reading

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Listening to Young Atheists: Lessons for a Stronger Christianity

Recently, the Atlantic Monthly had a fantastic article by Larry Alex Taunton, Executive Director of Fixed Point Foundation.  Mr. Taunton led a study of atheists at college campuses.  The results are fascinating and I strongly encourage you to read the entire … Continue reading

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Are Christian Believers Encouraging Mockery of Their Own Beliefs?

“Worship him, I beg you, in a way that is worthy of thinking beings” — Romans 12:1 (Jerusalem Bible Translation) Anyone who lives in Western society is aware that Christian intellectualism is being challenged; both explicitly by the New Atheists … Continue reading

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The current relevance of the spirit of Saint Francis

Originally posted on Leonardo Boff:
Since the present Pope adopted the name of Francis, many people are interested again in this singular figure, perhaps one of the most luminous that Christianity and the West have produced: Francis of Assisi. Some…

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Sunday Reflection: 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time

This week, we returned to Ordinary Time, after the preparation of Lent and celebrating the Easter Season through Pentecost and Corpus Christi.  We have entered almost five months of ordinary time as the Liturgical Calendar settles into the rhythms of … Continue reading

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Scientific Potpourri

e Here are few interesting scientific articles from the last week: Astronauts to Mars Face Significant Radiation Risk.  Astronauts who travel to Mars could face radiation risks equal to two-thirds of the safe lifetime limit for astronauts according to NASA.  NASA … Continue reading

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Teilhard de Chardin and the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Today is the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Largely due to the early influence of his Mother, the Sacred Heart was a special focus in the devotional life and eventual theological vision of Teilhard de Chardin. According … Continue reading

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Outside the Gate

Attached is a link to a great blogpost by Robert Robinson on how living the Gospel is a challenge the civil and religious authorities.

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MIT Survey on Science, Religion and Origins

Earlier this year, in honor of Charles Darwin’s 204th birthday, Eugena Lee and Max Tegmark of the M.I.T. Department of Physics did a survey on how different religious beliefs viewed science, specifically, Big Bang cosmology and biological evolution.  Not surprisingly, the … Continue reading

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Poems From Prison: Elements of Love

I recently became part of a prison ministry group in my local community.  I am still confused as why I was drawn, or called to, this ministry as it is far outside my comfort zone.  I am introverted by nature … Continue reading

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