[piusv]

I think you are confusing “valiant” with “effective,” “omniscient” and “presently convincing,” none of which I am claiming. The person made a far better effort and case than I am motivated to. If you think you can do better, go ahead.

I'm surprised you're giving this any credence at all. Is a random blogger's opinions with no reference to Catholic teaching your idea of a "real reference"? Or is it noteworthy because you tend to agree with it?

This isn't about whether *I* can do better. It's about seeking out explanations anchored in the teaching of the Catholic Church.

[Hieronymus]

I seek explanations for all sorts of things that are anchored in the teaching of the Catholic Church. That’s a big part of why I ended up a theologian.

Precisely because of this, I avoid Francis like the plague. As my mother said, usually it isn’t worth your time digging through a dumpster in hopes of finding a baloney sandwich.

If you want to, go ahead. On the whole, I’d rather read de Chardin, watch soccer, or have a hernia.