Paddy McEvoy, Author and Teacher

Paddy McEvoy has spent a lifetime travelling, observing, learning and teaching. In this work - the first book in a series of seven – he draws upon an intuitive understanding of spiritual and religious matters and a deep knowledge of history, to pose, and answer, a series of crucial questions.
Writing in a deliberately provocative style, he covers the key issues underpinning human beliefs from a humanist perspective. Beginning with the myths and stories surrounding the creation of the earth and humanity, the catechism explores the reasons why people believe in, or choose not to believe in, God and / or gods.
The catechism format comprises 100 interrogations and responses, illustrated from a wide-range of religious literature and humanist writings.
Designed to inspire ‘young minds’, the purpose of the “Catechism” is to challenge old, time-worn conclusions about the important issues that concern the young adult – indeed every adult – in the 21st Century.
His style is lively and refreshingly down to earth, and he does not shy away from arriving at often controversial conclusions. The points he makes are lavishly embroidered with tales, anecdotes and observations from a lifetime of reading.
This book will challenge the reader’s views on a whole range of moral, spiritual, social and historical issues. Agree or disagree, this Humanist “Catechism” will stimulate thought and discussion and inspire inquiring minds to undertake further research, and enquire more deeply into the areas covered by the author.
In later books, the author develops his humanist arguments to address moral and social issues. Taken together, the volumes comprise a highly eclectic, dynamic and thoroughly engaging survey of the key spiritual, social and moral mores that underpin modern western society.
Prepare to be entertained, informed and challenged in a book that will often take you a long way from your own comfort zone! ..