Dr. Joey Belleza
Theologian and scholar affiliated with Mount St. Mary's Seminary, invited to discuss the Dies Irae and related liturgical and historical issues.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 1h 9min
The Dies Irae and Christian Hope
Dr. Joey Belleza, a theologian from Mount St. Mary's Seminary, joins to explore the meaning of the Dies Irae and its controversial removal from the requiem Mass. They discuss personal memories associated with the hymn, its medieval origins, and the nuanced views of Ratzinger on eschatology. Belleza highlights how the text fosters hope despite its themes of judgment. The hosts contemplate the relevance of the Dies Irae in contemporary liturgy and its role in promoting true hope and conversion.
