Blog Introduction

The average Christian isn't necessarily interested in an in-depth theological examination of our faith, which is completely understandable. Christianity was meant to be practiced, not theorized over. However, there is a basic need to understand the faith we practice. This need relates to each individual believer's ability to fully realizing all the benefits of Christianity. Unfortunately, some theological examination is necessary to attain to such a hope.

Within the context of my personal testimonial in "A Layman's Journey: In search of Spirituality" there is a thorough description of the various principals essential to our Christian faith. Some of those principals are, the significance of the sacraments and our need to receive them; the need to practice repentance and reparation as they relate to the health of one's faith; and, a scriptural basis for understanding what spirituality actually is and how to practice it.

Chief among the principals explained in "A Layman's Journey: In Search of Spirituality" is understanding rebirth and the critical role the Eucharist has in fulfilling that outcome.

Not being a trained theologian, the dialogue in the text is common everyday language. There are some terms, however, that truly are strictly theological in origin and use. That is simply unavoidable. For example, one can not refer to "Transubstantiation" with out using the term. This is only done as required by the subject itself.

In the cases where the individual reader struggles with understanding the "heavier" content, I have established a blog as a venue for dialoguing with me for that purpose. Please feel free to express any and all questions you might have and I will do my best to respond in a timely manner.