Andrew Haines
Philosopher, Student & Writer
Andrew Haines is a Roman Catholic student and writer, whose primary focus is exploring popular topics of the Catholic faith from both an intellectual and doctrinal perspective. After spending time studying both philosophy and theology at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy, he is now working toward the completion of his Master's in Philosophy in the US.
Andrew's main areas of interest are exploring mediaeval realism (specifically in the thought of St. Thomas Aquinas), as well as uncovering the proper meaning and understanding of "Christian philosophy."
In addition to writing for Suite101, Andrew also maintains a personal blog (In Umbris Sancti Petri) on subjects ranging from academic interests to personal, daily experience.
He intends to complete his PhD in the near future, and to teach philosophy at the university level.
Apart from writing and studying, Andrew is also a cofounder of the group, ProLife | ProPatria, which seeks to instill amongst Catholics a model of hopeful and prudential participation in the political life of the nation.
Latest Articles
|
The Bioethics of Pro-Life
The pro-life movement has been fighting for human rights for years. And it is more than just banner-waving and slogan-chanting.
Apr 22, 2009
- Andrew Haines
|
|
Is Aristotle a Humanist?
Many secular humanists name Aristotle as one of the central proponants of non-theist morality. But it seems there's more to Aristotle's ethics than meets the eye.
Apr 18, 2009
- Andrew Haines
|
|
Is Plotinus' Universe a Perfect One?
Neoplatonism attempts to explain the participation of the material world in what is wholly and truly "good." But does Plotinus really believe the world is good at all?
Feb 6, 2009
- Andrew Haines
|
|
Outside the Church There is No Salvation
If Christ came to save all men, how can Catholics believe that salvation is possible through the Church alone? What exactly do they mean?
Feb 3, 2009
- Andrew Haines
|
|
The Meaning of Christian Suffering
Without a doubt, most people believe that the Catholic Church assigns a real purpose to human suffering. But the reasons behind that supposed merit often remain obscure.
Feb 2, 2009
- Andrew Haines
|
