Robert Parsons

Faith in the Classroom: How Catholic Education Shapes, Challenges, and Sometimes Harms Young Minds

This post explores the role of Catholic education, the ways religion is often treated as just another subject, and the lasting impact—both positive and harmful—that teachers can have on young students.

The Catholic Church and the Shadows of Abuse: Reckoning with History and Seeking Justice

This blog explores the history, key cases, institutional failures, and ongoing efforts for justice—while asking some difficult but necessary questions about the future of the Catholic Church and its moral standing in society.

The Catholic School Paradox: Faith, Education, and the Role of Religion in Modern Classrooms

For a system built on resistance to discrimination, Australia’s Catholic schools have taken an unusual turn.

Protecting People, Not Institutions: What Australia’s Royal Commission Revealed About Catholic Schools Globally

The lack of accountability within the Catholic school system and poses a crucial question—who do these schools truly serve? Do they prioritize the well-being of students, or do they act in the interests of the institution and its power?

Buried Histories: The Vatican’s Most Controversial Secrets

What does the Israeli-Palestinian conflict say about God?
If religion is meant to be a force for peace, why does it so often fuel war? And if God is just, how do we reconcile that with the suffering of tens of thousands of innocent people? As the conflict in Gaza intensifies, these questions are more pressing than ever.

Faith, War, and the Question of God: What the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Reveals About Religion

Vatican City: The Secrets of the World’s Most Powerful Church

The Vatican is not just the seat of the Pope—it is one of the most secure repositories of historical documents, religious relics, and, some argue, hidden truths that could reshape our understanding of history. Among these mysteries is the Shroud of Turin, an object that continues to ignite debate between faith and science. But this raises a deeper question: If the Vatican is the guardian of history, why does it guard so many secrets?

The Shroud of Turin as a Catalyst for Debate: Faith vs. Evidence

This blog delves into the Shroud’s role as a catalyst for debate, exploring how it challenges individuals to confront their beliefs and examining parallels to modern issues of faith and skepticism.

4 Religious Symbols That Bridge Faith and Mystery

This blog explores four key religious symbols—the Shroud of Turin, the Holy Grail, Buddha’s relics, and the Ark of the Covenant—delving into their shared qualities and unique roles. By examining these artifacts, we can better understand how tangible objects help believers connect with the divine.

Introduction to the Science and Spirituality of the Shroud of Turin

This blog delves into the Shroud’s dual identity as a historical artifact and a spiritual icon. We’ll explore its scientific investigation and spiritual implications, reflecting on how its enigmatic nature bridges the gap between evidence and faith.