Pints With Aquinas The Church Abandoned Aquinas. Now We're In Crisis. (Fr. Dominic Legge) | Ep. 533
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Jul 16, 2025 Fr. Dominic Legge, a Dominican scholar and President at the Pontifical Faculty, dives into the crisis facing the Catholic Church by straying from Aquinas' teachings. He discusses the growth of student-led Dominican clubs that revitalize faith on campuses. The talk also reflects on the pursuit of true happiness through Aquinas’ lens, the importance of humility in spiritual life, and the interplay of grace and virtue. Lastly, Fr. Legge emphasizes the value of communal worship and the need for theological education, linking Aquinas’ philosophy to modern life.
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Shift from Aquinas Caused Crisis
- The 20th century saw a deliberate shift away from St. Thomas Aquinas in Catholic education and preaching.
- This move led to crises in catechesis, education, and sacramental formation in the Church.
Surfer's Unexpected Reaction
- A surfer in Manhattan Beach called Fr. Dominic's habit an "awesome costume."
- Upon learning he was a priest, the surfer genuinely apologized, showing unexpected respect.
Aquinas' Mastery of Synthesis
- Aquinas' genius was his ability to grasp the whole of theology and philosophy and synthesize ideas.
- The Summa Theologiae serves as a unified skeleton organizing Catholic thought and doctrine.
