Catholic view of evolution

[Religious_Girl]

One thing that people have been asking me about recently is evolution. It’s not something that I have really considered much before, but now I feel that I should actually look more into the arguments for and against evolution and creation - especially as I am looking to become Catholic, I want to have a solid basis for my decision.

Some Christians I know have said that they believe in evolution, but that God guided this. Others say it is all a lie, and God created us as fully able humans.

Also, I have asked some people about their belief of dinosaurs - again many say that believe they did exist, either with Adam and Eve or before this time.

Others say it is all a lie, and they never existed.

I don’t know where to put my views right now - could you guys give me some Catholic views of this?

 

[Heuchler]

Well first there is (unfortuantely) a ban on evolution threads. But here’s a quick link to help you out. catholic.com/tracts/adam-eve-and-evolution

 

[Religious_Girl]

Right ok. Guess I’ll find another forum for help on this.

Thanks anyway.

 

[SGWessells]

If you’re still with us, here’s a good site:
newscientist.com/article/dn13620-evolution-24-myths-and-misconceptions.html

Try also googling talkorigins.

Both John Paul II and Benedict XVI have said that as long as Catholics believe that all humans are descended from a single pair, and that God immediately and directly creates the soul, evolution is acceptable, and even probable.
Good luck.