First of all, I want to apologize for the lack of activity on this blog recently. Work has been piling up lately, and I also have some “issues” in my own personal life which I need to discern and think over really, REALLY thoroughly. (prayers appreciated!)
Personal problems aside, I’ve also been busy with blog reading (and listening to podcasts, of course). Most of the blogs I’m reading (particularly Catholic ones) are written by Americans or Europeans. Seems that the general western community is more net-savvy and are more ready to share their thoughts with the rest of the world. Asians on the other hand, tend to be more “shy” or reserved. But still, if you really look hard enough, you do come across some gems along the way.
One such “gem” is Catholic Writings (rss) by Daniel Tay (a.k.a. Catholic Writer). Daniel is an author and a journalist for Catholic News (Singapore). He’s even written a book, Befriending Jesus. Daniel writes about life as a Catholic in Singapore (hurray!). He also posts some reviews of books, movies, hangouts and food. I’m particularly impressed by his latest 3-part series of questions and answers on the Eucharist:
If you’re curious about Catholics in Singapore, you’ll probably enjoy reading Catholic Writings.
For links to this and other blogs that I’m subscribed to, check out my Links page.
Tags: blogs, Catholic, Reviews
Listeners to EWTN and Catholic Answers LIVE will probably be familiar with Patrick Madrid. You’ve heard him on the radio/podcasts. You’ve read his books. You’ve probably even seen and heard him speak in person. You may even have subscribed to his Envoy magazine. Now, here’s a chance for you to hear (read) more from this brilliant apologist.. his very own blog (rss)!
Patrick notes in his email newsletter (which you can subscribed to from PatrickMadrid.com), that he’ll be “regularly posting there, some things serious, some lighthearted, some theological, some non-theological, but hopefully, all of it interesting and thought-provoking. It will be another way for us to stay in touch.”
If you like Patrick’s frankness and sharpness in approaching sensitive yet important topics of the faith and the world, and have enjoyed what you’ve been seeing/reading/hearing from him all this while, this is one blog you’ll HAVE to keep a watch on! 
For links to this and other blogs I like, please visit my Links page! 
Tags: apologetics, blogs, Catholic, Reviews
Finally, after much procrastination, I’m writing my very first blog review. I’m still quite new to reading blogs on a regular basis, so I hope I give justice to the blogs that I want review.
In the spotlight today are 2 blogs by Father Philip Neri Powell, OP. I first came across Father Powell’s writings via his blog Domine, da mihi hanc aquam… (rss). The title of the blog is Latin for “God, give me this water“, as according to the translation given by Patrick Madrid on his Thursday Open Line program on EWTN last week. On this blog, Father Powell shares his homilies as well as insightful stuff which he calls “the occasional cranky political rant“. If you’re looking for good solid Catholic analysis of the world around us, this is one blog that’s definitely worth reading!
Through a recent announcement on the Hanc Aquam blog, I discovered Father Powell’s other blog, suppl(e)mental (rss). This blog focus on philosophy, science and theology, and houses many of Father Powell’s very scholarly writings on these subjects. The suppl(e)mental blog also has tons of links to various sites related to faith and science. I’m a new subscriber, and I’m definitely gonna spend some time to read through the various posts there.
Well there, my humble take on 2 fantastic blogs. If you’re looking for more interesting blogs, check out my Links page, where these and other wonderful blogs are listed.
Tags: blogs, Catholic, Reviews
Ok, I’ve actually come across this on at least 2 blogs (American Papist and The Ironic Catholic) by now, so now I’m finally getting off my lazy behind to share this with the rest of you. 
- You shall not put your blog before your integrity
- You shall not make an idol of your blog
- You shall not misuse your screen name by using your anonymity to sin
- Remember the Sabbath day by taking one day off a week from your blog
- Honour your fellow-bloggers above yourselves and do not give undue significance to their mistakes
- You shall not murder someone else’s honour, reputation or feelings
- You shall not use the web to commit or permit adultery in your mind
- You shall not steal another person’s content
- You shall not give false testimony against your fellow-blogger
- You shall not covet your neighbour’s blog ranking. Be content with your own content
Originally posted on UK’s Times Online.
Tags: blogs, Inspirational
I got this from Steve Ray’s latest blog entry titled “Is It Possible God Did Not Create The Universe?” Steve Ray is famous for his “Footprints of God” DVD series and is a regular on EWTN and Catholic Answers LIVE. Steve and his wife Janet are both Certified Guides to the Holy Sites in Israel, and they frequently organize pilgrimages to the Holy Land.
Fascinating Chart demonstrating the Intelligent Design of the Universe.
Pass this along to anyone who thinks the universe got here by time + chance + matter. It certainly takes much more faith to be an atheist than it does to be a Christian. To believe that this is all just a absurd cosmic accident with no designer or meaning takes not only faith — but a good dose of stupidity.
To see the universe as designed by a personal and infinite God is much more believable and intelligent. Anyway, enjoy this chart!
More resources on the proof of God, etc are also available at http://www.doesgodexist.org/
Tags: blogs, Inspirational
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