Ben Merkle, President of New Saint Andrews College, joins the hosts to discuss his time at Oxford and how those lessons are applied at NSA. They explore contrasts in educational systems, the influence of Oxford on students, navigating competition in academia, and challenges faced by educational institutions in the modern world.

The Pugsters discuss the definitions of sacraments vs. ordinances and delve into baptism and the Lord's Supper. They explore the less discussed images of baptism in the New Testament and the Greek word baptizo in the Septuagint. The vertical and horizontal dimensions of the Lord's Supper are also examined.

The Pugs interview Steve Jeffery, a pastor, about the Works Based Conference. They discuss theology of work, vocation in this creation and the next, and the enduring character of our works. They delve into the importance of acknowledging service in church settings and navigating challenges in the workplace, including DEI initiatives and critical theory impact.

Today the Pugs react to an article in New Oxford Review entitled, "How Cowardice, the Herd Mind & Twitter Mobs Threaten Academia by Jason M. Morgan and Mark Ramseyer. If you're still under the impression that higher education is a disinterested pursuit of truth, think again. It has been reduced to political advocacy and ressentiment. (Yes, that's spelled correctly--https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ressentiment.) Morgan and Ramseyer had the temerity to correct conventional wisdom on something known as "the Comfort Women" of World War 2. There's no space here to treat this fully, but suffice it to say their scholarship was not received warmly by academic feminists. This resulted in a campaign to get them both cancelled. We're happy to report the cancelation failed. But the whole sorry episode has at least given the Pugs something to reflect upon. Article Referenced: https://www.newoxfordreview.org/documents/how-cowardice-the-herd-mind-twitter-mobs-threaten-academia/ Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 The Theology Pugcast is a ministry of Trinity Reformed Church in Huntsville Alabama. To view more media from TRC, visit their website: https://trinityreformedkirk.com/trc-media/

The hosts discuss boredom's historical roots and impact on the modern church. They explore sloth, Roman entertainment, human fascination, and asceticism as remedies. Delving into real connections, virtue cultivation, and finding purpose in work to combat the pervasive issue of boredom.

Today the Pugs answer questions prosed by supporters of the show on Patreon. Listen in to learn (among other things), where the guys first met and became friends, what they think about Annihilationism, why it really might come down to choosing between Aristotle and Nietzsche, why getting dressed up for church is a good thing--even though your salvation can't be boiled down to that, and a whole lot more! Tom’s recommended works of Bonaventure: https://www.amazon.com/Works-Bonaventure-Enkindled-Perfection-Addressed/dp/1684220424?dplnkId=7a34e86a-4175-4841-9b27-eda88e86c2a8&nodl=1 Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 The Theology Pugcast is a ministry of Trinity Reformed Church in Huntsville Alabama. To view more media from TRC, visit their website: https://trinityreformedkirk.com/trc-media/

Discussion on the 4B movement originating in Korea, impacting birth rates. Tangent into ecology and forest management. Exploring societal impact on radical feminist movement in South Korea. Balancing lifestyle choices in the Pacific Northwest. Evolving social norms and family dynamics. Challenges in relationships and the role of the church.

Topics include women with college debt and low credit scores, men losing out to flashy guys with debt, changing culture's measurement of worth, historical perspective on men's alienation from church, shifting gender dynamics in the church, exploration of hypergamy and social status in relationships.

Exploring C.S. Lewis's sacramental vision and our relation to God. Reflecting on literature's ability to transcend self. Emphasizing the interconnectedness of creation and faith. Discussing intellectual challenges in education and the legacy of Lewis and Tolkien in faith communication.

Exploring the power of imagination and its role in understanding, connecting to meaning, and leading to Christ. Delving into Plato's skepticism towards images, Biblical similarities, perception through art, and participation in rituals. Discussing the influence of imagination in shaping time, preserving traditions, and upcoming UK trip plans.