Wellington Mara

“The Church does not pretend to be scientists. It teaches based upon what science tells it.”

“Just as it had taken centuries to determine the true nature of the universe, so also the search for the beginning of human life proceeded well into the 20th century.”

“I think when the bottom started to drop out, we didn't recognize it.”

“Maybe since I was 35 years old it was time to go upstairs.”

“The Church has never changed its teaching on the sanctity of human life - it didn't make up a rule for the convenience of a particular time like a rule at a country club as the Governor would have us believe.”

“We didn't readjust our thinking or rebuild quick enough.”

“In trying to scramble out of a hole, it sometimes digs it deeper.”

“These days I'm pretty much a businessman.”

“You can believe that he was taught to love and respect all mankind - but to fear no man.”

“I always root for the defense.”

“Self-justification is a treacherous servant.”

“Pop knew absolutely nothing about pro football.”