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God, in his infinite wisdom, made men and women attractive to each other. He also blessed us with the wonderful gift of sex. The urges of the flesh are not themselves sinful but part of God’s plan for us. It is... [continued]

Gerard means 'strong spear' When I was born I was long and thin with a pointy head.

Hi Mandy
Not quite the same boat, but I concur with those people who urge honesty and openness. I have three wonderful children, who live with their mum a few miles away from me. I visit them often and I would... [continued]

Mary: I can't answer your question about the eastern/western split. Like you, I am not an expert. Your interpretation of the rock is interesting, but I don't think it alters the point about the authority vested in... [continued]

I speak as a 'Catholic guy', and below are my views, which I believe to be correct, but I am not an official of the church. There are some things which I find difficult to understand and/or accept. I just do my... [continued]

Chloe, you answer your own question, but incorrectly. Hala means 'lawful'. Muslims have rules regarding how an animal is killed, for example. Food does not need to have been offered to Allah, but it is unlawful... [continued]

I think you are right, Dave, but my point really is that, even way back then, it was recognised that we sometimes need to be 'forced' into doing something difficult, because it is ultimately right. If the early... [continued]

If you ask what seems like a simple question, (ie, should this Islamic centre and Mosque be built at this location) then the answers will invariably reveal the complexities of the issue. Religious tolerance is... [continued]