Who Do You Say That I Am? A Meditation on Jesus
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
July 23, 2021
Jesus asks this of all his disciples. How do we respond?
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Richard B. Patterson, PhD
Richard B. Patterson, PhD, is a clinical psychologist
from El Paso, Texas.
Angry with God
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
February 25, 2021
A vibrant relationship with God requires us to own our emotions—even anger. Just ask Job and Abraham.
Catholics and Gun Control
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
October 4, 2020
Tension surrounds the issue of gun control. Taking a look at what the Bible says and understanding Jesus’ message of nonviolence can provide guidance.
Jesus’ Forgotten Commandment: Forgive Yourself
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
February 25, 2020
The key to loving your neighbor is learning how to love yourself.
Why Am I Still Catholic?
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
September 27, 2019
It’s not a new question, but it has become more personal and pointed in light of the clergy sex-abuse scandal.
The Death Penalty and the Myth of Closure
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
December 26, 2018
Many argue the death penalty can help survivors move on with their lives. However, this counselor writes that true healing can happen only when we learn to “walk with the pain.”
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