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Guestsplaining: Katy Carl on Catholic Literature

Jan 6, 2025

Katy Carl, an author and editor with Word on Fire Publishing, dives deep into the role of Catholic literature in shaping faith and community values. She emphasizes the importance of physical books and how literature can enhance our morals through active receptivity. The conversation also highlights the need to revive Catholic classics, discussing their impact on American culture and navigating modern society. Katy touches on the complex nature of literature, citing Dostoevsky's works as essential for enriching our understanding of human experience.

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Quick takeaways

Catholic literature enhances spiritual and intellectual growth by connecting abstract teachings to real-life moral dilemmas and personal experiences.

Active receptivity in reading enriches understanding, requiring readers to engage deeply with texts and challenge their own biases and preconceptions.

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The Importance of Literature in Catholic Formation

Literature plays a crucial role in the spiritual and intellectual formation of Catholics, extending beyond theology and philosophy. It offers practical applications of abstract concepts, allowing individuals to connect teachings of mercy and virtue to everyday situations and moral dilemmas. Engaging with literature fosters personal growth, as it challenges readers to explore complex emotions and the intricacies of human experience. This kind of reading can serve as a countermeasure against superficial narratives and disconnection from reality, making literature an essential part of forming a well-rounded Catholic identity.

Intro

2min

The Transformative Power of Literature

15min

Reviving Catholic Classics

8min

Struggling with Complexity: The Value of Literature

6min

Exploring Literature and Personal Projects

2min

Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Patrick welcome Word on Fire's Katy Carl to discuss Catholic literature on this week's episode of Guestsplaining! Why is it so important to read physical books? How does our imagination play into our morals? What is active receptivity?

For more about Katy's work with Word on Fire Publishing, see here: https://www.wordonfire.org/luminor/

To keep up with Katy, checkout her substack: katycarl.substack.com

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