Catholic Theology Show

What does it mean to be a disciple of Christ in today’s world? In this episode, Dr. Dauphinais sits down with Fr. John Riccardo, priest for the Archdiocese of Detroit and founder of the Rescue Project, to discuss the necessity of embracing the Christian mission with intentionality and confidence. Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

What can the writings of St. Augustine teach us about original sin and salvation? In this episode, Dr. Michael Dauphinais speaks with Dr. Gerald Boersma, associate professor of theology at Ave Maria University, to discuss the critical importance of grace in the Christian life, according to St. Augustine’s most notable works. Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

What does Dante’s journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven show us today? Dr. Dauphinais converses with Dr. Deana Basile Kelly, professor of literature and Italian at Ave Maria University, to explore how the Divine Comedy invites us to turn toward God so we might one day see His light. Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

How do we know Christ is present in the Holy Eucharist? In this episode, Dr. Michael Dauphinais talks with Dr. Jeffrey Walkey, assistant professor of theology at Ave Maria University, to consider the nature of Christ’s Real Presence in the Blessed Sacrament through the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas. Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Why did Jesus institute the Eucharist? In this episode, Dr. Michael Dauphinais converses with Dr. Lawrence Feingold, professor of theology at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary, exploring how the Eucharistic sacrifice is a profound gift of love from Christ the Bridegroom, inviting us to share His life of glory.Resources:The Eucharist: Mystery of Presence, Sacrifice, and Communion by Lawrence Feingold Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Is the most popular book of the 20th century a “fundamentally Catholic work”? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by acclaimed Catholic writer and scholar Joseph Pearce to discuss The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien. During their conversation, Professor Pearce unlocks some of the profound meanings surrounding the characters, events, and themes in this monumental work. Resources:Tolkien: Man and Myth: A Literary Life by Joseph PearceLearn more from Professor Joseph Pearce on his website Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Is devotion to Our Lady central to our relationship with Christ? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Mark Miravalle, Constance Schifflin Blum Chair of Mariology at Ave Maria University, to discuss how Mary's maternal intercession is essential for our redemption.Resources:For a non-Catholic perspective on Our Lady: Mary For Evangelicals by Tim PerryMeet Your Mother: A Brief Introduction to Mary by Dr. Mark Miravalle Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Who is Jesus and what does He do for us? In this episode, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Bruce Marshall, professor of Theology at Southern Methodist University, to discuss what it means to understand Jesus Christ as Lord and how His transformative work of redemption is central to this identity.Resources:Thomas Aquinas and the Crisis of Christology edited by Michael Dauphinais, Andrew Hofer, and Roger W. Nutt; featuring an essay by Dr. Bruce D. Marshall (use code CT10 at the CUA store for podcast discount!) Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

What do we receive from the Eucharist? In this episode, Dr. Michael Dauphinais talks with author and theologian Father Thomas Weinandy, O.F.M. Cap., to look at how the Eucharistic gift of the Word Incarnate invites us to abide in Him fully and eternally. Resources:Volume 1 of Jesus Becoming Jesus | A Theological Interpretation of the Synoptic Gospels by Fr. Thomas Weinandy (coupon code: CT10)Volume 2 of Jesus Becoming Jesus | A Theological Interpretation of the Gospel of John: Prologue and the Book of Signs by Fr. Thomas Weinandy (coupon code: CT10)Volume 3 of Jesus Becoming Jesus | A Theological Interpretation of the Gospel of John: The Book of Glory and the Passion and Resurrection Narratives by Fr. Thomas Weinandy (coupon code: CT10)Jesus: Essays in Christology by Fr. Thomas Weinandy (coupon code: CT10)The Trinity: Eternity and Time by Fr. Thomas Weinandy (coupon code: CT10) Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Is the Eucharist Biblical? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. John Bergsma, professor of theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, to discuss the biblical basis of Eucharistic worship, particularly through an understanding of covenant and sacrifice.Resources:New Testament Basics for Catholics by Dr. John BergsmaStunned by Scripture: How the Bible Made Me Catholic by Dr. John BergsmaCatholic Introduction to the Bible: The Old Testament by Dr. John Bergsma Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!