The Thomistic Institute
The Thomistic Institute
The Thomistic Institute exists to promote Catholic truth in our contemporary world by strengthening the intellectual formation of Christians at universities, in the Church, and in the wider public square. The thought of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Universal Doctor of the Church, is our touchstone.
The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events, and much more.
Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC.
The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events, and much more.
Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC.
Episodes
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Apr 21, 2024 • 42min
3 - Transubstantiation Part 2 | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, a Dominican priest, discusses transubstantiation, delving into philosophical terms like substance and accidents. He compares this transformation in the Eucharist to natural transmutation and creation, highlighting the uniqueness of this process.
Apr 21, 2024 • 37min
2 - The Sacrament Itself & Transubstantiation | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P.
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P., a Thomistic theologian, discusses Aquinas' view on sacraments, focusing on the Eucharist's transubstantiation. He explores the significance of Christ's presence in the sacrament, the role of faith, charity, and friendship, and compares historical views on transubstantiation by Luther, Calvin, and Zwingli.
Apr 21, 2024 • 44min
1 - Introduction To The Study Of The Eucharist | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White discusses the Eucharist in Scholastic theology, sacraments, salvation, and the role of grace. He explores Aquinas' views on grace, salvation, and Eucharist, Old Testament ties to Eucharist, and the symbolic meanings of bread, wine, and the Paschal lamb in the Eucharist. The importance of adhering to the elements of bread and wine for sacramental validity and grace is highlighted.
Apr 21, 2024 • 41min
Christmas as a Christian Mystery | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP, delves into the spiritual significance of Mary's role in Christmas, discussing faith, trust, and the unique intercessory role of the Virgin Mary. He explores analogies to life commitments and the relationship between Christ and Mary, emphasizing the growth in serving God through deep prayer and sacramental practices.
Apr 19, 2024 • 39min
Who Decides and With What Authority? | Prof. Michael Root
Prof. Michael Root discusses authority in church decision-making, historical disputes, challenges faced by Protestant groups in Europe, papal infallibility in Catholic teachings, and the Catholic Church's belief in divine guidance through bishops and the bishop of Rome.
Apr 18, 2024 • 38min
Justified by Grace, but What is Grace and What does it do? | Prof. Michael Root
Prof. Michael Root discusses the theological differences between Catholic and Protestant views on justification, sin, confession, and humility. The podcast explores Luther's psychology, Catholic interpretations, and the role of grace, justification, and redemption in both Catholic and Lutheran perspectives.
Apr 18, 2024 • 48min
The Rise of Protestantism: What Happened and Why | Prof. Bruce Marshall
Explore the rise of Protestantism in the 16th century with Prof. Bruce Marshall. Learn about Pope Alexander VI's scandalous life, the Spanish church's response to Protestantism, and Martin Luther's theological perspectives. Dive into the emergence of the Reformed tradition led by Zwingli and Calvin, and discover the contrasts between Reformed and Lutheran perspectives on the Eucharist and societal transformation.
Apr 17, 2024 • 56min
Eucharist or Lord's Supper? The Controversy Then and Now | Prof. Bruce Marshall
Prof. Bruce Marshall discusses the historical debates on Eucharist in the 16th century, focusing on the Council of Trent's Catholic doctrine. The podcast explores differing beliefs on Christ's presence and Eucharistic sacrifice among Catholics, Lutherans, and Reformists. It also delves into Lutheran-Catholic agreements on justification, highlighting disagreements on the Eucharist.
Apr 15, 2024 • 1h
The Unintended Reformation | Prof. Brad Gregory
Prof. Brad Gregory discusses the lasting impact of the Protestant Reformation on modern Western society. Topics include secularization, shifts in religion, politics, economics, and the influence of Luther on American founders. The podcast explores public morality, consumerism, and environmental challenges as unintended consequences of modern liberalism post-Reformation.
Apr 12, 2024 • 55min
The Sacrament of Penance: a Sign Working Grace | Fr. Irenaeus Dunlevy, O.P.
Fr. Irenaeus Dunlevy, O.P. discusses the sacrament of penance, highlighting the role of priests as conduits for God's forgiveness. He explores the necessity of contrition, repeatable nature, and significance of individual confession within the church's authority. The podcast emphasizes the effectiveness of sacraments, human connection in seeking forgiveness, and the gradual path to spiritual restoration through repentance.
