Archive - In Defense of Theology

Disunity Among Friends: The Weapon of Choice for the Enemy (And Sauron)

A brief reflection on the theology of The Lord of The Rings

Jun 9 • Donald Paul Maddox

April 2026

More Americans Are Becoming Catholic. But People Are Asking The Wrong Question.

Reflecting on the new wave of converts.

Apr 29 • Donald Paul Maddox

The Most Beautiful Liturgy In The World

It's almost that time of year again!

Apr 1 • Donald Paul Maddox

March 2026

The Exact Way I Teach The 6th Commandment To OCIA Candidates

Is it only about not committing adultery?

Mar 30 • Donald Paul Maddox

Guided Catholic Formation Resources For You

Don't learn the faith alone. Let me walk with you!

Mar 24 • Donald Paul Maddox

What Vatican II Actually Meant by “Active Participation”

What the Council Fathers intended and 3 ways you can actively participate today

Mar 19 • Donald Paul Maddox

The Sacrament of Marriage | The Exact Formation Class I Teach To OCIA Candidates

If you are lacking in your formation, start here.

Mar 3 • Donald Paul Maddox

February 2026

Feel Like You Are Lacking In Basic Catholic Formation? Here's Where To Begin

There are resources available to you

Feb 24 • Donald Paul Maddox

"Catholics still assume that baptism is necessary for salvation, which is foreign to scripture.": My Response to a real Protestant Instagram…

Feb 11 • Donald Paul Maddox

Where is Purgatory in The Bible?

Scriptural evidence for the "controversial" Catholic doctrine.

Feb 3 • Donald Paul Maddox

January 2026

The Apostolic Origins of Clerical Continence And Priestly Celibacy

The Apostles, the early Popes, and the Discipline of the Early Church

Jan 23 • Donald Paul Maddox

Should Catholics "Submit" To Their Local Bishop?—The 1st Century Church Gives Us The Answer

St. Ignatius of Antioch, the Church hierarchy, and fighting heresy

Jan 21 • Donald Paul Maddox