(Painting by Peter Paul Rubens 1577-1640 courtesy of WikiCommons)
Catholics traditionally consider the month of May as a time of particularly deep Marian devotion. Contemplation on the exalted life, mission, role and dignity of the Virgin Mary is rich and efficacious for growth in faith, hope, and love. Scripture, Tradition, and the saints attest to the role of Mary as God’s chosen Woman in the defeat of evil spirits.
MN asks: “What do you make of this Quantum Jumping craze that is all over the Internet these days? Is this for real, or is it another one of those quack scams?”
I received this heartbreaking e-mail from a woman whose cousin apparently died because of his involvement in Silva Mind Control. May this serve as a warning to all that the mind control tactics employed by many of these New Age charlatans are extremely dangerous!
The rise of the modern practice of mindfulness into the field of therapy has posed a conundrum for many Catholics who want the therapy, but without the Buddhist roots. What are their options and how do they find them?
Wayne Dyer (1940 – 2015)
MR writes: “I have Catholic friends who really like Wayne Dyer on PBS and tell me that he believes the same as we do. I think he is a new ager who twists the truth. Would you do a program about the incompatibility of his work with Catholicism or share your insights about him on your blog page? I need your help in expressing my concerns about him.”
ES writes: “Have you heard about the death positive movement? I find it very unsettling and would be interested in hearing your perspective.”
DG writes: “Help! I found a strange bundle of sticks in my daughter’s room. They were tied together with a twine string and had a crystal attached. I found them hidden in a shoebox under her bed. I’m afraid they might be associated with witchcraft. Do you know what they are?”
We received this letter from a professional belly dancer which gives more information about this dance form and ways in which the New Age has managed to infiltrate it.
PA writes: “Do you have any information regarding Gwen Shamblin, Weigh Down Ministry or Remnant Church? It looks to me like they are a cult …”
Yes, you read that headline correctly. Believe it or not, a church claiming to exist for the purpose of serving mankind claims to have discovered a “miracle cure” capable of curing 95 percent of all diseases found in the world today. What is this miraculous substance? None other than industrial bleach.
