Joseph Carrieres
Joseph Carrieres received a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. Following a tour of duty in the Army as a Russian linguist, he completed a B.A. in Russian at Arizona State University. This was followed by entry into the Dominican Order of the Catholic Church with studies and preparation for the priesthood. Ordination never came about as he left to marry and raise a family, resulting in two beautiful daughters.
His interests are varied and center around philosophy, history, politics, science, sports, (especially basketball!) literature and theology. He is the author of Mormon Controversies: A Balanced Approach, which examines key aspects of LDS history and faith with a unique inclusion of unrestricted responses from Mormon contributors. He is currently completing a work of fiction entitled Deadly Nothingness which relates the story of a nihilist who decides to utilize his vast wealth and talents by becoming the world's deadliest terrorist.
He resides in Phoenix, Arizona, which provides easy access to his favorite location in the world: The Grand Canyon. One great passion is a hike across and back each year, which is the subject of his first article on this site.
Latest Articles
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The Salt Lake City Murders After 25 Years
Mark Hofmann is regarded as one of the greatest forgers in history. A returned Mormon missionary, he decided to target his own church as a primary victim.
Oct 28, 2010
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The Limitations of Atheism
The "New Atheists" are not satisfied with merely expressing their disbelief in deities, they aggressively attack faith. What do they offer in its stead?
Oct 25, 2010
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Abortion Remains a Great Cultural and Political Divide in America
More than 35 years after the landmark Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, Americans are still bitterly divided over this social and political issue.
Oct 18, 2010
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Mormonism and Atheism
Most people are surprised when they find that philosophically, Mormonism has more in common with atheism than it does with other Christian sects
Oct 15, 2010
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Morality Without God
Christians and those of many other faiths are convinced that without God, there is no basis for morality. Can morality be objective without God?
Oct 14, 2010
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Will the Miami Heat Become the Team Everyone Loves to Hate?
The Miami Heat immediately became the favorite to win the Eastern Conference by signing LeBron James and Chris Bosh in the off-season. How will fans react?
Oct 5, 2010
- Joseph Carrieres
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If God Does not Exist, Everything is Permitted
If there is no God, does morality become an empty concept? Are humans free to act in any manner they wish, without restrictions of any sort?
Oct 5, 2010
- Joseph Carrieres
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The Battle of Lepanto: Islam and Christianity at War
On October 7, 1571, one of the largest naval battles in history was fought. Had the Ottoman forces prevailed, St. Peter's Basilica might now be a mosque.
Oct 1, 2010
- Joseph Carrieres
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Hiking the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim
If you are a capable hiker who finds the opportunity to spend a few days at the Grand Canyon, consider a journey across and back this marvel of Nature.
Sep 29, 2010
- Joseph Carrieres
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