God in the Machine

God in the Machine

It is doubtless a sign of these apocalyptic times that Artificial Intelligence is being applied to everything — including religion. While many fascinating potential uses come to mind, ranging from novel translations to seeking hidden codes, the immediate applications seem directed at replacing actual clergy in counseling and consoling. There are several very good reasons…

The Fate of the Sons of Thunder

The Fate of the Sons of Thunder

Jesus called two of his first disciples, the fishing brothers James and John, “Boanerges” which supposedly means “Sons of Thunder”. Why is not sure, but it’s thought that they earned it with their impetuosity, zeal, and general loudness. We all know, or have, brothers like that. Perhaps, along with “Rocky”, that is, Peter, they may…