I love dogs. Not like I love my family, or like I love Jesus, but I really do have a strong affection for dogs.
A few months ago, I came home from teaching and was welcomed by an unfamiliar, and rather unpleasant, smell in the convent. Entering our large dining room, I noticed the puppy crate had been set up and indeed was being used! Little Charlie was about 5 months old, and it was love at first sight. Although he really did stink.
How can we counteract influences that are contrary to our faith?
Do you ever air quote the word “normal” in a conversation? I do, because what is “normal” seems to be different for everyone. The definition of the word changes with shifts in society. Prevailing attitudes toward gender identity, casual sex, abortion and same-sex marriage are among those things that have become more “normalized” – more culturally acceptable – in recent years.