Living a Christian Life in the Age of Internet, Isolation, and Elections (Part 1)

Bp. Irineos begins a multi-week series of homilies focusing on the challenges of living a Christian life in the present age of expansive internet platforms, isolation stemming from COVID-19 and other cultural shifts, and turmoil accompanying the coming election.This week we will draw on the account of Paul's visit to Athens and his encounter with the Greek philosophers on the Areopagus (Acts 17:16-34). What can we learn from Paul's reaction to a city inthe thrall of idols, a mocking label of him as a "babbler", and his efforts to carry the Gospel to a pagan culture? Can we draw on common ground in our religious discussions? What are the effects of reacting in anger?