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I subscribed to Crisis for many years but got overwhelmed with too many magazines! I do like “This Rock” which is much like “Crisis” but deals more with apologetics and with Scripture. I should let you know that “Crisis” may be available strictly on-line soon which is good!

Mark Shea has written many books and I’ve read a few. He appears on EWTN, the Catholic network, from time to time in his own series. He is not only a gifted writer but a very gifted speaker.

As I read this, I am reminded of a book by Mark Brumley which I am just now finishing called “How Not to Share Your Faith.”

http://www.interx.net/~mbrumley/blogger.htm

Many of the points you see in the Shea article are amplified in this small book which is a gem. It is aimed at both Catholics and Protestants of various Confessions since the same “mistakes” are interwoven in apologetic exchanges. It has had a profound influence on me as I reflect upon my interactions.

I should say, your post has had the same effect. I agree with your view and the Spirit has given me a marvelous insight. If more Catholics could be so poignant and as truthful as Mr. Shea, Free Republic would not devolve into the “pie-throwing contests” it often resembles. It is not just sad; it is frankly scandalous at times.

Kind regards!
Frank