Fr. Gregory Pine, OP

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, explores the morality of anger, discussing how to form virtuous anger rooted in Aristotelian and Thomistic philosophy. He emphasizes the importance of managing emotions and incorporating virtues like magnanimity and humility. Reflecting on challenges, the podcast highlights finding consolation as Christians and presenting emotions to God for reconciliation.

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP discusses the significance of the body in sacramental dispensation, the qualities of reflecting God's image, and exploring the Trinitarian life of God. The podcast delves into frustrating incidents affecting emotions, heavenly relationships, and communal worship in the afterlife.

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, discusses the rationality of belief in God by exploring faith, doubt, knowledge, and trust. He emphasizes the role of reason in evaluating testimonies and the significance of faith in human flourishing. The chapter delves into the Thomistic perspective on the existence of God and creation ex nihilo.

This lecture was given at the University of Kansas on 30 September 2019.Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. serves presently as the Assistant Director for Campus Outreach with the Thomistic Institute in Washington, DC. He served previously as an associate pastor at St. Louis Bertrand Church in Louisville, KY where he also taught as an adjunct professor at Bellarmine University. Born and raised near Philadelphia, PA, he attended the Franciscan University of Steubenville, studying mathematics and humanities. Upon graduating, he entered the Order of Preachers in 2010. He was ordained a priest in 2016 and holds an STL from the Dominican House of Studies.For more information on this and other events go to thomisticinstitute.org/events-1

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, explores the interconnected concepts of truth, goodness, and beauty. He discusses how art transforms experiences and the transformative power of encountering beauty. The podcast delves into the concept of beauty from philosophical and theological perspectives, drawing from the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas.

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, discusses the vocation of students, emphasizing discernment, virtue, and God's creation out of love. Topics include exploring virtues for a good life, the purpose of education for human formation, the virtue of studiousness, and embracing solitude for intellectual growth.

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP discusses the nuanced relationship between science and faith, arguing for their harmonious coexistence. The podcast explores topics such as material vs. abstract in philosophy and science, obediential potency, and the rationality of faith. It also delves into the compatibility of faith and science, methodological accuracy, and the interplay between faith, reason, and happiness studies.

Prof. Steven Jensen, Fr. John Corbett, and Fr. Gregory Pine discuss femininity, masculinity, mortal sin, and the ultimate end of God. They explore how God satisfies human desires, the nature of charity in relation to atheists, St. Thomas' concept of art, morality in movies, and habits in the afterlife.

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, discusses the intricate nature of beauty, art's ability to communicate profound truths, the relationship between art and the artist, the role of human senses in recognizing beauty, and the divine connection through art and music, highlighting the transformative power of artistic expression.

Fr. Gregory Pine discusses Lent as a journey of loss and recovery, focusing on innocence, sin, and redemption. He explores concepts like grace, original sin, and seeking conformity to Christ. The importance of penitential practices, spiritual growth through self-denial, and humanity's destination in heaven are highlighted.