Richard W. Kropf, ordained for the diocese of Lansing, Michigan, in 1958, holds a PhD. from the University of Ottawa and a Doctorate in Theology from St. Paul University. A member of the Catholic Theological Society of America, he has been a parish assistant and administrator, college chaplain, and an instructor in philosophy, psychology, religious studies, and theology. His previous publications include " Evil and Evolution: A Theodicy; Faith, Security & Risk; The Faith of Jesus", and " Forever: Evolution and the Quest for Life beyond Life."