World Youth Day in Lisbon, a gathering of young Roman Catholics in the presence of Pope Francis was hailed as a great success and a landmark in preparing young people for a world without war. The Pope told the gathering of 1.5 million for the Mass at the gathering “Dear young people, I would like to look into the eyes of each one of you and tell you: Be not afraid, be not afraid...
Queen’s funeral As well as the 2000 dignitaries present in Westminster Abbey, an estimated 5 billion people, around 60% of the world’s population, watched the Queen’s funeral on September 19th. As well as marvelling at the British genius for organising such spectacular events, they heard clear reference to the Queen’s Christian faith. Bible readings focussed on the uniqueness of Jesus Christ...
Unless it’s the God of the Bible, you’re praying to a god that cannot save; it’s a waste of time.
Tony Pearce