Author Archives: Ron Conte

Euthanasia: grave sin or human right?

Posted on 27 October 2014 by Ron Conte

The so-called “right to die” has been in the news lately. The culture of our sinful secular society has taken up a new push to legalize and glorify euthanasia. The spearhead of this attack on morality is the case of … Continue reading →

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Thou shalt not bear False Witness against the Pope

Posted on 22 October 2014 by Ron Conte

The ten commandments of the Old Testament include a negative precept condemning false testimony, also called false witness. [Exodus] {20:16} You shall not speak false testimony against your neighbor. In the New Testament, Jesus reiterates the ten commandments. They are … Continue reading →

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Adam and Eve versus Evolution

Posted on 20 October 2014 by Ron Conte

This book argues in favor of Adam and Eve as two real historical persons, and also in favor of accepting evolution as one of the natural means that God uses to guide the unfolding of His Creation. Adam and Eve … Continue reading →

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What Is Your Position on Salvation Theology?

Posted on 13 October 2014 by Ron Conte

There are several different positions on salvation that are commonly found among Catholics. However, not all of these positions are compatible with magisterial teaching. My position: 1. God wills that all human persons be saved. The only persons who are … Continue reading →

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Most Muslims Are Not Extremists

Posted on 12 October 2014 by Ron Conte

In Judaism, there are very conservative Hasidic Jews, somewhat less conservative orthodox Jews, as well as moderate and liberal Jews. There are many different versions of Judaism because believers have differing ideas about what it means to be a Jew: … Continue reading →

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The future of the Islamic Extremists in my eschatology

Posted on 12 October 2014 by Ron Conte

1. ISIS will continue to conquer cities and regions in Iraq, Syria, and beyond. 2. ISIS will conquer and control Iraq; they will use Iraq as their base of operations. 3. Iran will obtain nuclear weapons. 4. Hassan Rouhani will … Continue reading →

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Weekend Q and A (10-11-14)

Posted on 11 October 2014 by Ron Conte

You can use the comments in this post to ask me questions on Catholic doctrine or discipline, including any topic discussed in my books and past posts and articles. Please avoid argumentative questions. Only ask me a question if you … Continue reading →

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The “Birth Control for a Medical Purpose” Question

Posted on 5 October 2014 by Ron Conte

“Is it OK to use birth control to treat Menorrhagia?” This was the question asked by user “DenverCatholic” in the Ask an Apologist section of Catholic Answers discussion group. See the original question and answer here. The poster stated the … Continue reading →

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World War 3 and the Next Supreme Leader of Iran

Posted on 5 October 2014 by Ron Conte

According to a recent news story, the current Supreme Leader of Iran — a position of both religious and political power — is frail and ill. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s health issues have led to speculation on his successor. … Continue reading →

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Preparing for the Warning of Garabandal

Posted on 30 September 2014 by Ron Conte

We are now about 18 months away from the Warning of Garabandal, on Good Friday, 25 March 2016, and about 19 and a half months away from the Miracle of Garabandal, on 12 May 2016. I suggest that you prepare … Continue reading →

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What Jesus said about the Islamic Extremists

Posted on 28 September 2014 by Ron Conte

Jesus is God-made-man, so he knows the whole future. When Jesus was teaching the disciples, he had in mind the whole future of the Church. Therefore, His teachings take account of future situations, including ours today. What would Jesus say … Continue reading →

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Weekend Q and A (through monday)

Posted on 28 September 2014 by Ron Conte

This post is an opportunity to ask me any question in Catholic theology. As I’ve stated before, I won’t engage in arguments. The purpose of these posts is learning. Ask me questions if you think that you can learn something … Continue reading →

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