Catholic Theology Show

Is there a need to study motherhood as a science? Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Janice Chik Breidenbach, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Ave Maria University, talks about her Philosophy of Motherhood course at AMU, and what she's discovered through the study and practice of motherhood.Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Was Fulton Sheen vital to the growth of American Catholicism? Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. James Patterson, Chair and Associate Professor of Politics at Ave Maria University, to talk about his new book, which details the life of Bishop Fulton Sheen and the birth of Catholic media.Resources:Religion in the Public Square: Sheen, King, Falwell by Dr. James PattersonHail Mary Lecture Series: "Taking Venerable Fulton J. Sheen Seriously"Bishop Fulton J. Sheen: "Life is Worth Living" (All Episodes)Freedom Under God by Fulton J. SheenJustice and Charity by Fulton J. SheenThe Life of Christ by Fulton J. SheenThe World's First Love by Fulton J. SheenThree to Get Married by Fulton J. SheenHelp support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Dr. Michael Waldstein, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University, discusses the relevance of Theology of the Body and addresses misconceptions about the Church's teaching on sexuality. The podcast explores the connection between the wedding at Cana and Golgotha, emphasizes the importance of commitment, and discusses the impact of John Paul II's Theology of the Body. It also explores the purpose and meaning of the body, addresses questions about singles and infertility, and offers redemption for those who have been hurt.

Does fantasy separate us from reality? Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. John Jasso, Chair and Associate Professor of Communications and Literature at Ave Maria University, to discuss the importance of storytelling, using the examples of Catholic fantasy authors like J.R.R. Tolkien and G.K. Chesterton.Resources:VIDEO: "Chesterton, Tolkien, and the Rhetoric of Fairyland" by Dr. John JassoHelp support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Why do we need religious liberty? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Louis Brown, Jr., Executive Director of the Christ Medicus Foundation, to talk about the importance of religious liberty and the freedom to love.*Note from the producers: We experienced some technical difficulties during the recording of this podcast; please forgive any dips in audio throughout this episode.Resources:Christ Medicus FoundationAve Maria University 2022 Convocation: Full VideoAve Maria University 2022 Convocation Keynote Speech by Louis Brown, Jr.Be Healed: A Guide to Encountering the Powerful Love of Jesus in Your Life by Bob SchuchtsThe John Paul II Healing CenterChrist Medicus CUROHelp support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Do we need to evangelize baptized Catholics? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais speaks with Josh Canning, co-founder of U Evangelize, about what the new evangelization is, and how we can share the love of Christ in a practical way.Resources:U Evangelize websiteHelp support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Can we share in the glory of God? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Fr. Dominic Verner, OP, to talk about how we can deepen our communion with God through the "Glory Be" prayer.Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Can a university be authentically Catholic? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais speaks with Dr. Roger Nutt, Provost and Professor of Theology at Ave Maria University, about the importance of Catholic higher education.Resources:Ex Corde Ecclesiae"Way to Wisdom: An Introduction to Philosophy" by Karl Jaspers"Man’s Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. FranklHelp support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!

Does Thomas Aquinas simplify scripture? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. John Boyle, Chair of Catholic Studies at the University of St. Thomas, to talk about how St. Thomas Aquinas helps us understand scripture in a fuller way.Resources:The Order and Division of Divine Truth: St. Thomas Aquinas’ Scholastic Master of the Sacred PageThe Holiness of God and the Mystery of the Eucharist (Aquinas Conference)Help support this podcast and Our Lady's University by joining the Annunciation Circle!Get more information about Ave Maria University!