>There's a unique interpretation of the Bible, the catechism, which supports "directed evolution" Actually, doctrinally, Catholics are free to believe in belie

>There's a unique interpretation of the Bible, the catechism, which supports "directed evolution" Actually, doctrinally, Catholics are free to believe in believe in evolution or not. The Church accepts scientific evidence of evolution, but does not make it a policy issue, so to speak. Contrast this with, say, the Church's stance on belief in the literal historicity of Adam and Eve (and a whole slew of specific claims besides), which is core Catholic doctrine and a non-negotiable belief. You don't need to take my word for it, the Vatican has the Catechism full-text online. You can read the Catechesis on Creation for yourself, where you'll see: "The question about the origins of the world and of man has been the object of many scientific studies which have splendidly enriched our knowledge of the age and dimensions of the cosmos, the development of life-forms and the appearance of man. These discoveries invite us to even greater admiration for the greatness of the Creator, prompting us to give him thanks for all his works and for the understanding and wisdom he gives to scholars and researchers..." Which hardly seems to be taking as forceful a stand as you imply. http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p1s2c1p4.htm http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p1s2... >Catholics can't fundamentally choose what to believe in Seriously? Have you met any adherent of any organised religion ever? :-)