Joseph M. Jordan 
In theology school, I spent most of my time studying religious orders in various Christian denominations. The dos and don’ts of nunhood especially fascinated me more. Last year, I visited a nunnery and spent time interacting with and learning about how nuns lived their lives. A few days ago, I joined an online forum to … Read more
I spent a significant time in theology school studying the devotion of religious sisters. I was especially intrigued by the nuns in various Christian denominations. A few months ago, I visited a nunnery and heard the stories of their calling from them and their mother superior. Last week, when I held an online discussion on … Read more
As a theologian, I developed an interest in understanding the lifestyle of nuns after interacting with some nuns on a recent mission. I was especially fascinated by their take on the physical body and wondered if they cared about their looks and whether they used mirrors to look at their reflections. I recently embarked on … Read more
Growing up, I thought nuns were blameless women of virtue. I was amazed at their discipline and ability to maintain austere lifestyles. At theology school, I learned that nuns go to confession just like other Catholics. Since nuns live such pious lives, I wondered what they had to confess compared to normal Catholic faithful who … Read more
Back in theology school, I was intrigued by nuns when I heard that nuns wake up at 12.30 am in some monasteries. Since I was curious to find out how many hours they slept, I decided to conduct more research. I visited a Catholic church to learn more about this and interacted with many nuns. … Read more
As a theologian with respect and concern for life and health, I have always been interested in learning about cancer. During a visit to a mission hospital, I collected data on cancer mortality among women. The highest number of cancer patients were sexually active females with cervical cancer. I realized the implications of sexual activity … Read more
One time in a theology school, we had a heated debate about whether a life of service to God assures entry to Heaven. In particular, we discussed the fate of nuns after they die. Sadly, the debate did not have a defined answer. Hence, I decided to research further into the topic. I took a … Read more
As a theologian and devout Christian, I commonly spend one-on-one time with God reading His word. A few years ago, I came across a mind-blowing verse that arose my curiosity to learn more; Mathew 5:19. In this verse, Jesus was teaching on the mount and mentioned that there would be the least in the Kingdom … Read more
As a theologian, I am interested in how different religious groups discipline offenders. I was especially intrigued by the Catholics when I heard they excommunicate offenders from the church community. This made me wonder whether being excommunicated meant one could not go to heaven, so I decided to conduct more research. I visited a Catholic … Read more
As a theologian and devout Christian, I have developed a keen interest in Repentance. I am especially intrigued by the connection between Repentance and a believer’s faith journey and ultimately going to heaven. I recently embarked on research that led me to seek views about this topic from the local clergy and theology professors. I … Read more