Godsplaining
Dominican Friars Province of St. Joseph
Welcome to Godsplaining: Each week Dominican friars tackle the questions that keep you up at night—faith, doubt, culture, philosophy, theology, and real life. Expect clear Catholic answers, big ideas, and conversations that spark “aha” moments without (too much) jargon. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic who loves Thomas Aquinas or just curious, pull up a chair and think deeper with us. New episodes every Thursday—subscribe now.
Episodes
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Jun 18, 2020 • 35min
046 - Literature and Dostoevsky
In this episode, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Gregory discuss the literary genius of Fyodor Dostoevsky. Why do so many Christians seem to love his work? What about it is enduring? What can we learn from his peculiar insights into humanity?
Jun 11, 2020 • 35min
045 - Prudence and Pandemic
In this episode, Fr. Joseph Anthony and Fr. Gregory discuss what it means to be prudent in present circumstances. Man is made for moral agency and yet so much of what we hear nowadays is about contagion and caution. How does the prudent person wend her way between risks without succumbing to paralysis?
Jun 4, 2020 • 34min
044 - Mary, Mother of the Church
Just can't get enough of the Blessed Virgin Mary? Well, you're in luck. Join Fr. Jacob Bertrand and Fr. Bonaventure as they discuss the history and theology of the feast of Mary, Mother of the Church.
May 30, 2020 • 34min
BONUS: Sunday Lectio - Pentecost (Year A)
Join Fr. Gregory, Fr. Patrick, and Fr. Jacob Bertrand as we meditate on the Mass readings for the 8th Sunday of Easter - the Solemnity of Pentecost.
May 28, 2020 • 30min
043 - Church Buildings and Sacred Signs
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Joseph Anthony chat about the architecture and symbolism of the new Church of St. Thomas Aquinas in Charlottesville, VA as the project nears completion.
May 23, 2020 • 33min
BONUS: Sunday Lectio - Easter Week 7/The Ascension (Year A)
Join Fr. Gregory, Fr. Patrick, and Fr. Jacob Bertrand as we meditate on the Mass readings for the 7th Sunday of Easter - the Solemnity of the Ascension.
May 21, 2020 • 39min
042 - Reacting to the Past
In this episode Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Patrick discuss different ways of reacting to the past. If you come across a tradition, do you hand it on or tear it down? Who’s to say, and what to do?
May 16, 2020 • 32min
BONUS: Sunday Lectio - Easter Week 6 (Year A)
Join Fr. Gregory and Fr. Jacob Bertrand as we meditate on the Mass readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter.
May 14, 2020 • 32min
041 - Freedom and Christianity
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Jacob Bertrand inquire into what it means to be free. What does the prevailing culture think of freedom? What does Christianity think of freedom? What does freedom have to do with options and choice? What has it to do with virtue and commitment?
May 9, 2020 • 33min
BONUS: Sunday Lectio - Easter Week 5 (Year A)
Join Fr. Gregory, Fr. Patrick, and Fr. Jacob Bertrand as we meditate on the Mass readings for the 5th Sunday of Easter.
