Even though it may seem hard for most of us to comprehend, there is a large number of people in this world who believe in fairies, tiny fictional creatures said to be the size of a bee who inhabit woodlands and make their presence known by tinkling sounds, rippling water and warm breezes.
Category Archives: New Age
How Diversity and Consumerism is Fueling the New Age
The New Age is everywhere these days. How did it get so far, so fast?
Survey: Majority of Respondents Report Paranormal Activity at Home
A new study proves that dabbling around in occult activities, which has become almost commonplace these days, isn’t as harmless as most people think.
Haunted Dorm Room Story Gets the Facts Right
This story about a haunted dorm room in a Belfast college is not only true, but it’s one of the few stories of its kind to name the real culprit behind the haunting – the devil.
Is BrainPOP Promoting Paganism to Schoolchildren?
Photo by Bermix Studio on Unsplash
We recently had a complaint from someone who works in a public school about the way BrainPOP, an animated educational site for children, is presenting material to students, particularly a video about the Mexican Day of the Dead that promotes paganism at the expense of the Church.
Origins of the Day of the Dead
JM writes: “The 2nd flyer they were handing out read: ‘The Concord Library Presents A Day of the Dead Celebration November 2nd 2010 at 3.30pm. – Celebrate and learn about Mesoamerican culture. Aztec dancers will be performing and educating us about the meaning behind each dance. We will also make pinatas and set up altars to relive the experience of this prominent event’.”
Do You Believe in Ghosts?
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Yes, there is such a thing as a ghost. Disembodied souls can and do appear to humans at God’s command, but what about ghosts that appear to mediums and during seances?
Why Acupuncture Remains Scientifically Unconvincing
JE writes: “I am seeking advice on acupuncture to help with back pain and depression. I have researched a little on valid health websites and have found some information that acupuncture might work. From a spiritual perspective is it as dangerous as practices reiki, or is there some gray area?”
Satanic Images Tempt the Young
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by Msgr. Stephen Rossetti
“K,” a young woman, was recently liberated from being possessed, thanks be to God. But Satan suffers any defeat badly and is now trying to regain control. The formerly possessed need to be vigilant and live an exemplary life, not giving him an opening.
Meghan Markle Flashes Expensive Amulets During US Visit
A Hamsa Hand charm with an evil eye.
During her recent visit to the U.S., Meghan Markle was seen sporting an amulet known as a Hamsa Hand, a good luck charm that allegedly conveys protection and good luck on the wearer.
