The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ

That’s the title of Phillip Pullman’s new book due out at Easter. And yes, it’s a new account of the life of Jesus, challenging the gospels and arguing that the version in the New Testament was shaped by the apostle Paul. I’m rolling my eyes here… I love The Golden Compass, but as far as [...]

Vatican blasts “Golden Compass” as Godless and hopeless

Vatican blasts “Golden Compass” as Godless and hopeless That’s the news today from Reuters reporter Philip Pullella. “The Vatican on Wednesday condemned the film ‘Golden Compass,’ which some have called anti-Christian, saying it promotes a cold and hopeless world without God.” In an editorial The Vatican newspaper l’Osservatore Romano said, “In Pullman’s world, hope simply [...]

The Golden Compass

I am waiting on pins and needles for the opening of The Golden Compass on Friday, Dec.7th. The Golden Compass, by Philip Pullman is one of my favorite books! I’ve read it at least three times. The trailer for the movie looks good. The cast is fantastic! I will be sick if they screw this [...]