The Smell of a Skunk and the Odor of Sanctity

I was speaking to one of my Capuchin confreres recently who had just returned from visiting his family.  He remarked that there were a number of skunks around his sister’s home.  These little creatures can be quite cute.  Skunks are notorious,…

10 Reasons Why I Am Not a Cessationist

One of the texts cessationists — those who believe the gifts of the Spirit, such as prophecy, tongues, and healing, ceased after the apostolic era — most frequently cite is 1 Corinthians 13:8-12: Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will…