Gwyneth Paltrow’s separation from her husband of 10 years, Chris Martin, introduced the world to the New Age movement’s definition of divorce – “conscious uncoupling.”
Category Archives: Miscellaneous
Why Only Hypnotists Think Jesus Was a Hypnotist
A reader wrote to us about meeting the Miami hypnotist Todd Goodwin whose Facebook page contained a very disturbing letter in which he asserts that Jesus was a hypnotist who was using hypnosis when he performed His miracles. The reader bravely asked us for any suggestions about how to evangelize in a situation such as this.
Understanding the Legend of Chima
JA asks: “Is anyone familiar with LEGO newer sets the Legend of Chima? My 13 year was asking for them for Christmas, but said he thought I should ‘look into’ them because a fellow student at YEAH Academy told him that they were promoting another religion and that their family didn’t have them. I couldn’t find much, other then there is something called “Chi” much like the “Force” in Star Wars which he has tons of already. . .
The Dark World of the Maze Runner
MH asks: “Have you ever heard of The Maze Runner by James Dashner? Is it okay for Catholics to read this, especially young Catholic adults?”
Pastor Louis Giglio and Laminin
MO writes: “I have just become aware of a preacher and author: Louie Giglio. What can you tell me about him? And what about the molecule ‘laminin’ in the shape of a cross?”
Vassula Ryden’s Books are Not Church-Approved
TC asks: “Can Catholics read Vassula Rydens books? I bought “Heaven is Real but so is Hell” at a Catholic bookstore. I asked the clerk if this book was approved by the Catholic Church and he said yes. I looked up info on the internet and became very confused if the Church warned us not to read her books. Please let me know if I should return the book. I don’t want to read anything that is dangerous to my faith.”
Problems With Embraced by the Light
MG asks: “Do you know anything about the book Embraced by the Light, is it ok?”
Magic School Bus Series is Great for Kids!
AC writes: “I read your article about The Magic Tree House Book Series. I wanted to make sure that my children were safe from New Age dangers if they read and watch The Magic School Bus series which is about science, health, etc. Could you please advise me?”
What does the Church Say About Maria Simma?
BH asks: “Do you have any information about Maria Simma?”
St. Matthew Church Scam Still Going Strong
In March, 2012, I wrote about a scam organization that goes by the name of St. Matthew’s Church which uses questionable tactics to get people to send money in exchange for prayers.
