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About Fr. Dominic Farrell, LC
Dominic Farrell LC is a professor of philosophy at the Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum, where he lectures on moral and political philosophy. He is the editor of the forthcoming Traditions of Natural Law in Medieval Philosophy (CUA Press).
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What does the Church teach about doing “soft” drugs?

January 19, 2022 Fr. Dominic Farrell, LC 29

“Smoking a joint is not a sin. The Church teaches that it’s wrong to get drunk but licit to take a relaxing drink. Now, smoking marijuana is just like drinking with moderation. It is relaxing […]

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Guardian Angels and the Culture Wars 

October 2, 2021 Fr. Dominic Farrell, LC 7

Today the Catholic Church celebrates the memorial of the guardian angels. This feast helps us put the current culture wars into perspective. It reminds us that, ultimately, “we are not contending against flesh and blood” […]

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