Father Brown

Once in a while I really get into watching something on Netflix. Lately I have been hooked on an uncomplicated, forty-four minute BBC murder mystery titled Father Brown. After watching three seasons on my iPad, I have begun to wonder what the attraction is. I really can't say, but one thing I have observed is what the Catholic priest does. Being a Protestant, I see why the Reformation was necessary. All knowledge of God and all intercession begins and ends with him. On the plus side, I see him more as a therapist who includes the spirit of the person in his work. It really is important for people to be honest with themselves, and before God, and he encourages the suspect/sinner/guilty party to do just that. And then rather than be gruff and punitive over their horrid acts, he is kind and nurturing. There are worse ways to waste time.