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Foolish Wisdom – CradioAre Jesus and Mary Appearing Today?Bernard Toutounji comments on apparition claims in recent times, and whether such apparitions are essential to the Catholic faith.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and MercatorNet.
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Bernard Toutounji gives ten tips to beat the addiction to pornography.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and MercatorNet.
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Bernard Toutounji explains explains the benefits and drawbacks of social media that he learned from his Facebook holiday.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and MercatorNet.
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With all the coverage of the Catholic Church’s stance on marriage, sexuality, contraception, abortion and IVF, many people accuse the Church of being obsessed with sex. Should the Church ‘stay out of the bedroom’? In this edition of Foolish Wisdom Bernard looks at why the Church is so outspoken on these issues…
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in b...2015-01-2000 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioHow Many Catholic Churches Are There?Did you know that there are 22 Catholic Churches apart from the Roman Catholic Church, all in communion with the successor of Peter? Confused? Bernard Toutounji explains in this edition of Foolish Wisdom.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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“While a person is not the sum of their temperament, understanding the temperaments can lend us a vast insight into ourselves and those around us.”
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard provides an overview of the four temperaments, and how they can help us appreciate and relate to others better.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print...2014-12-2300 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWho is Doing the Home-work?
“In a society where so many families live separate lives under the same roof, where the dining room table is no longer used for its created purpose, we need more than ever, to appreciate the vital role of the home-maker.”
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects on the greatly underestimated role of the home-maker
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had arti...2014-12-0900 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWhy You Need a Wish list… or TwoAs the Christmas Season rolls around Bernard reflects on a valuable lesson he learned from his wife and her carefully crafted Christmas wish lists.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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While incest is generally abhorred in contemporary western cultures, homosexuality is increasingly accepted. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard looks at the moral background of each…
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...2014-11-2500 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioThere Are No ‘Gay’ People
“The human person, made in the image and likeness of God, can hardly be adequately described by a reductionist reference to his or her sexual orientation.”
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard explains why it’s important to reject the popular tendency to tie up sexual orientation with the identity of an individual.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles publ...2014-11-1100 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWho is the Human Person?
“Each of us is guided by one or more philosophical ideas so best we know what they are. We may live in a pluralistic age but unless we have made clear decisions about what we wish to stand for, we may be shocked to one day discover that we were no wiser that Kermit the frog.”
No matter how original we may feel our thoughts or opinions are, chances are we are guided by a particular ideology. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard identifies four major philosophies defining how modern man understands himself and others...2014-10-2800 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioPope Francis Marrying Sinners Is No Surprise
“Unlike the media, the Church does not look to people and define them as ‘sinners’, she states what sin is, but never attempts to read the heart of an individual and cast judgement: that is generally left to God.”
Pope Francis recently made headlines yet again for ‘signalling changes to Church teaching’ by marrying cohabiting couples. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard Toutounji explains why Pope Francis’ actions are nothing groundbreaking.
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Is it any wonder that a society that seemingly approves of marital infidelity would oppose a congress aimed at strengthening the family? Bernard Toutounji reflects on some recent events that highlight the sad state of our culture in this edition of Foolish Wisdom.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and M...2014-09-3000 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioMore Sex and Less Happiness
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom Bernard explains why a nation’s happiness can be measured in terms of the health of its relationships.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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2014-09-1600 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioThe Problem with Google
In an age when all the information in the world is at the tips of our fingertips, we might find ourselves wondering where we’d be without Google. But could our constant reliance on Internet search be depriving us of something much more important than raw information?
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Pu...2014-09-0200 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioThe Problem with Street Preachers
Every major city has their street preachers with their pamphlets and placards warning sinners that Hell is real and judgement is coming. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom Bernard shares why he believes they give Christianity a bad name.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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In our modern culture it’s easy to believe that pornography is just a ‘harmless pass-time’ or even a ‘helpful relationship aid’ – but is it possible that like the frog in the pot of water, our pornographic culture is slowly boiling us to death? Bernard looks at why the consequences of pornography use should not be overlooked…
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles publi...2014-08-0500 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioToo Many Photos, Too Few Memories
With 1.5 million smartphones in the world there are more photos being taken than ever before. But are we missing the most important moments of life because we’re too busy trying to capture a digital record?
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The recent conviction of Australian-born entertainer Rolf Harris has left many with feelings of shock and anger. While Harris’ accolades are stripped away and artworks taken down from gallery walls, Bernard Toutounji asks the question: does a man’s crimes cancel out all the good he has done?
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals includin...2014-07-0800 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioAbortion, Depression and the Demise of Charlotte Dawson
“There is hope… and that hope, perhaps ironically, lies deep within human brokenness. It is the ever present truth that life is good, always good. Life is not always easy, but life is a joyful gift in all its forms.”
In reflecting on the tragic death of Australian celebrity Charlotte Dawson, Bernard looks at the culture that is working to undermine the great gift of life.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance...2014-06-2400 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioReligion is Meant to be Used
“Our entry into heaven is not going to be like arriving at the Opera House in our most formal outfit with a string quartet to greet us. Rather we should pass into eternity like a footballer sliding under the goal posts, with bruised knees, broken rosary beads and worn out scapulas to the motivational beats of Eye of the Tiger!”
Bernard reflects on a common misunderstanding of how religion ought to be expressed in this edition Foolish Wisdom.
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There has been a lot of time spent arguing on the basis that men and women should be equal, but is it, by definition, even possible? Bernard Toutounji explores this question in his recent edition of Foolish Wisdom.
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If the Church is so pro-life and pro-family, why would it have an objection to IVF? Bernard Toutounji explores this question in his recent edition of Foolish Wisdom.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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2014-05-1300 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWhy Overpopulation is a Myth
There is a widespread tale in modern society where human beings are multiplying like parasites, consuming all the world’s resources and destroying the environment. In such a world many people believe it selfish to have more than one or two children – but is this belief grounded in any truth?
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard busts the myth of overpopulation.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker wit...2014-05-0600 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioHow Wealthy is the Catholic Church?
The Church is often criticised for its priceless art, ornate vessels and grand cathedrals – wouldn’t it be more ‘Christian’ to sell them and give the money to the poor?
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard provides his response to this popular criticism…
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online O...2014-04-2900 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWho is Going to Hell?
Death, Judgement, Heaven and Hell. No matter who we are, where we live or what we do, we will get to experience three of these four options, with heaven or hell being the final destination… so what does this mean, and how are we meant to understand it?
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard explains Catholic teaching on Heaven and Hell.
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Why do so many baptised Catholics become Protestant? Does it matter, one way or the other?
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects one of the key challenges in the Church today…
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With increased participation in the workforce, particularly among women, there has been an increasing focus in Australia on improving access to childcare. But is this the sign of a healthy nation?
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard shares why childcare is not the ideal place for children…
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online...2014-04-0100 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioLent & the Cross
Why do we do penance during Lent? Why do we spend so much time focussing on the cross, and on the suffering of Christ?
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reminds us of what this Lenten Season is about.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.2014-03-1800 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioDick Smith, Microsoft & Cooperation in Evil
It seems like there are not many goods or services available today that don’t constitute some level of material cooperation in evil, so are we supposed to stop buying things?
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects on why the issue may not be so black and white.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print a...2014-03-1100 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioLiving for the Weekend?
“Work is not a ball and chain that is bolted around our ankles for fifty years. Work is a unique opportunity to live within the human community and to leave our mark, however large or small on humanity.”
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects on why we shouldn’t be spending our weekdays waiting for Friday afternoon.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological...2014-03-0400 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioThere is Only One Morality… is it Yours?
“…morality is not a set of rules that religions have come up with to either burden or bring joy to their adherents. Religions promote morality because a moral life is the behaviour proper to human beings.”
Is our understanding of right and wrong dependent on whether or not we believe in God, or should it be? Bernard Toutounji reflects…
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We can often feel justified in our feelings of hurt and anger toward another, but is this a reason not to forgive?
Bernard reflects on the type of forgiveness Christ calls us to in this edition of Foolish Wisdom.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net...2014-02-1800 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioAre You a Gossip?
Some idle chit-chat about a celebrity mutual friend might seem harmless, but is it more dangerous than we think?
Listen as Bernard reflects on this toxic habit…
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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...2014-02-1100 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioConfession: why do Catholics bother?
Bernard reflects on why secular society should embrace the Sacrament of Confession, and why challenging the seal of confession is counter-productive.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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2014-01-2900 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioModesty: a sign of respect for men and womenWhat does our clothing communicate (or fail to communicate) about who we are, or how we want others to view us? Bernard reflects on the importance of modesty in this edition of Foolish Wisdom.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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...2014-01-1400 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioDeath: A Part of LifeThese days many of us find ourselves trying to escape the reality of death – but the fact is we will all have to face it at some point. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects on what we have to gain from a deepened appreciation of the reality of death.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journal...2014-01-0800 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioLoneliness: the greatest tragedy of all“The greatest disease in the West today is not TB or leprosy; it is being unwanted, unloved, and uncared for.” – Blessed Mother Teresa.
The Christmas Season is a joyful time for many of us, but for those on the outskirts of society and those who are far from loved ones it can be a time of deep sadness. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard challenges us to reach out beyond our comfort zone to welcome those who are alone.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinio...2013-12-2400 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioHave Yourself a Very Adult ChristmasWith all the childhood wonder associated with Christmas, it’s easy to get caught in the trap of thinking that it’s a season for children. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom Bernard reflects why, on the contrary, Christmas requires a mature faith.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.2013-12-1700 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWhy You Need a Wish list… or TwoAs the Christmas Season rolls around Bernard reflects on a valuable lesson he learned from his wife and her carefully crafted Christmas wish lists.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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The p...2013-12-1000 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioSame-sex Marriage… Ending Discrimination?The legalisation of same-sex marriage is often presented as the last hurdle in the battle to end discrimination – but is discrimination always a bad thing?
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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The p...2013-12-0300 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioThe Useless People in Our LivesThere are always going to people in our lives who seem like a burden and make us a little uncomfortable just by being around… so what are we to do?
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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2013-11-2600 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWedding: Church or Garden?Bernard reflects on why, for baptised Catholics, not all weddings are marriages.
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2013-11-1900 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioDoes ‘Truth’ Exist?“You might have heard someone say ‘that is your truth’ or ‘this is my truth’ but we should not allow such a statement to pass unchallenged. If something is true then by its very nature it must be true for everyone.”
Bernard reflects on why truth cannot be decided by popular vote.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and...2013-11-1200 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioNo Food, But Plenty of CondomsWhat would you say if you were told your tax dollars were contributing to the destruction of the family in impoverished countries? Bernard reflects on how Western countries are using their foreign aid budgets…
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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...2013-10-1500 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWhat is Love?‘What is love’ is one of the phrases that consistently ranks among the top search terms on Google, yet the answer continues to evade us on many levels. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects on the four qualities of the love the human person longs for…
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online...2013-09-2400 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioUniversity & Women: a fair combination?Multiple degrees, the career, marriage and 2.5 kids: is it fair to expect women to ‘have it all’? In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects on why pushing women to excel in the same fields as men is not true feminism.
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The post Science v Religion: why the battle? appeared first on Cradi...2013-08-0600 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioHow Well Do You Know Your Family?At the end of 2011, Australian workers had stock-piled 129.6 million days of annual leave. It’s good to have a strong work ethic, but are we spending enough time with our families?
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercato...2013-07-2300 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioLove, Sex & Marriage: in the BeginningPeople ask a lot of questions of the Catholic Church, especially in regards morality. “What is the problem with sex outside of marriage?” Why is contraception immoral?” “Why does marriage have to be between one man and one woman?” In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard provides an overview of Blessed John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and what it lends to the Christian understanding of love, sex and marriage.
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The post 3 Rules of the Dating ‘Game’ appeared first on Cradio.2013-07-1000 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioWhat is the Point of Suffering?Yes, suffering is a part of life, but does it have any meaning to it? In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects on what Christ has revealed to us about suffering in inviting us to take up our crosses.
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2013-06-1100 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioTrusting the God Who Loves You“If God really is the personally loving God that Jesus Christ told us about then should we not be willing to hand our whole lives and its direction to him?”
In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reflects on the necessary (albeit difficult) task of learning to trust in God’s will and rely on His grace.
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In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard explains why the Church does not recognise divorce, and why it would undermine the very definition of marriage to do so.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, O...2013-05-2100 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioAnnoying PeopleWe all have those people in our lives who we tend to clash with, who seem to want to make life difficult for us, or who inadvertently drive us up the wall. In this edition of Foolish Wisdom, Bernard reminds us of the only fool-proof response: love.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, O...2013-05-1400 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioThe Perfect Sized Family?“Pope John Paul II once said that the greatest gift that parents can give their children is the gift of brothers and sisters. Children are good for each other, good for parents, good for marriages and good for society.”
With Australia’s birthrate currently at 1.9, Bernard reflects on the pitfalls of the contraceptive pill and the tendency to view big families as an ‘inconvenience’.
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2013-03-2100 minFoolish Wisdom – CradioSoftware, Music, Movies: to copy or not?Bernard shares his thoughts on the tendency of many people to dismiss piracy as a victimless crime.
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2013-02-0500 minProposal to Marriage – CradioThe RehearsalJust a couple of days out from the wedding, Bernard checks in to share his reflections on the wedding rehearsal and some of the symbolism behind aspects of their Latin and Byzantine liturgy.
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2012-12-1100 minProposal to Marriage – CradioWhat’s in a Name?Jane reflects on the prospect of giving away her name and becoming ‘Mrs Toutounji’ before the end of the month.
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2012-11-2700 minProposal to Marriage – CradioHow many children to have?Bernard shares his thoughts on family planning, contraception and openness to life.
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...2012-11-2000 minProposal to Marriage – CradioThe Wedding LiturgyWith just over a month to go before the wedding, Bernard reflects on the process of planning the Nuptial Mass with Jane.
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2012-11-1600 minProposal to Marriage – CradioSex: Action or Language?Bernard challenges the commonly held view of sex as something we “do”, and reflects on the sexual union as the ultimate form of marital communication.
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...2012-09-1100 minProposal to Marriage – CradioThe DressThis week’s Proposal to Marriage features a guest contributor: Bernard’s bride-to-be Jane. In it she reflects on the stressful process of finding a bridal gown.
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...2012-08-2800 minProposal to Marriage – CradioWho to InviteBernard discusses the inevitable challenge of wedding planning: the guest list.
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...2012-08-2100 minProposal to Marriage – CradioChanging FriendshipsBernard reflects on the need for prudence in friendships with the opposite sex as he prepares for marriage.
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...2012-08-0200 minProposal to Marriage – CradioMaking PlansWhen Bernard sits down with his bride-to-be to plan the wedding, he discovers she might not share his idea of a no-frills event sans hired cars, camera crew and reception venue.
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You can also follow his journey at proposaltomarriage.com
Subscribe to the podcas...2012-07-0400 minProposal to Marriage – CradioSharing in the JoyIn his latest Proposal to Marriage podcast, Bernard reflects on the gift of loved ones who share in the special moments of our lives.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has a regular column, www.foolishwisdom.com, published in The Record newspaper in Perth. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
You can also follow his journey at proposaltomarriage.com...2012-06-2600 minProposal to Marriage – CradioLearning to SwimBernard grapples with the move from the “wading pool” of dating to the “olympic-sized pool” of engagement in this third instalment of Proposal to Marriage.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has a regular column, www.foolishwisdom.com, published in The Record newspaper in Perth. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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You...2012-06-1900 minProposal to Marriage – Cradio“A Mystery Beyond Me”Bernard contemplates the daunting nature of a lifetime promise, and the need for God’s grace in undertaking the journey ahead.
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Bernard Toutounji is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has a regular column, www.foolishwisdom.com, published in The Record newspaper in Perth. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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You can also follow his...2012-06-1300 minProposal to Marriage – CradioThe ProposalSydney’s Bernard Toutounji recounts the moment he asked girlfriend Jane to be his wife in this first instalment of his Proposal to Marriage series.
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Bernard is a freelance Australian writer and speaker with a theological formation. He has a regular column, www.foolishwisdom.com, published in The Record newspaper in Perth. He has had articles published in both print and online journals including The Punch, Online Opinion and Mercator Net.
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