Culture of Narcissism

Do we live in a culture of narcissism? if so, when did it start? How does it manifest itself? How does the Church address it?

What sayest thou?

Chastisement

Does God chastise us during our lifetime? If so, how do we see it manifested? As priests, are we able to recognize it in the lives of our parishioners? Is so, how, and how can we be sure?

What sayest thou?

Faith of children or children of faith?

I once attended a conference where the theme was "Will your children have faith?" I have always thought the more important question (comments welcome!) is "Will your faith have children?"

What sayest thou?