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Trusting the Gospels: Responding to Biblical Critics w/ Dr. Matthew Ramage Aug 06, 2024

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How can contemporary Christians trust the authenticity and historical accuracy of the Gospels?

Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Matthew Ramage, professor of theology at Benedictine College, to explore the reliability of the Gospel narratives. Dr. Ramage discusses the interplay between historical facts and theological interpretation, addressing common skepticisms and criticisms encountered in biblical scholarship.

Resources:

Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Matthew Ramage's personal website, which includes details about his monographs and other publications.
Dr. Matthew Ramage on Amazon, which lists all his books, including Dark Passages of the Bible: Engaging Scripture with Benedict XVI and Thomas Aquinas, Jesus, Interpreted: Benedict XVI, Bart Ehrman and the Historical Truth of the Gospels, and others.

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The Catholic Calling to Environmental Stewardship w/ Dr. Samuel Shephard Jul 30, 2024

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How can Catholics embrace environmental stewardship within the framework of their faith?

Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Samuel Shephard, a noted Catholic ecologist and professor of biology at Ave Maria University, to discuss the principles of stewardship. Throughout their conversation, they explore the Catholic Church's perspectives on the environment, reflecting on the integral role humans play in nurturing and protecting creation. They also touch on practical steps for engaging more actively in environmental care, emphasizing the Church's unique contributions to contemporary ecological discussions.

Resources:

Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more about Dr. Shephard and his work here
Read Dr. Shephard’s latest, peer-reviewed article on how the “recreational killing of wild animals can foster environmental stewardship”
Check out AMU’s new Agriculture and Catholic Environmental Stewardship (ACES) minor, overseen by Dr. Shephard

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AI and Faith: The Relation Between Human Rationality and Computing w/ Dr. Saverio Perugini Jul 23, 2024

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How does artificial intelligence (AI) relate to Catholic teachings and human understanding?

Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by Dr. Saverio Perugini, professor of computer science at Ave Maria University, to discuss the relationship between AI, computing, and the Catholic faith. They explore the ethical, philosophical, and technological implications of AI and its impact on society and spirituality.

Resources:

Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more about Dr. Saverio Perugini and his contributions to the field of computer science through his website

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A Catholic Approach to Sexuality & Gender w/ Dr. Julia Sadusky Jul 16, 2024

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How can faithful Catholics understand and contribute to the widespread conversation about sexuality and gender?

Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Julia Sadusky, Catholic author, speaker, and licensed psychologist, to talk about issues relating to sexuality and gender. During their conversation, they also discuss related themes such as how to balance sensitivity and honesty in this area and how to talk about sex and sexuality with your children.

Resources:

Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more about Dr. Julia Sadusky and her work in her consulting practice, Lux Counselling.
Check out Dr. Sadusky’s latest books, including Start Talking to Your Kids about Sex and Talking with Your Teen about Sex, both published through Ave Maria Press.

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The Bible and Confession w/ Dr. James Prothro Jul 09, 2024

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How are Catholic teachings on reconciliation upheld by Holy Scripture?

Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. James Prothro, professor of theology and director of the Masters in Biblical Studies at the Augustine Institute, to discuss Dr. Prothro’s latest work, The Bible and Reconciliation: Confession, Repentance, and Restoration.

Resources:

Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more about Dr. James Prothro and his work here
Check out The Bible and Reconciliation: Confession, Repentance, and Restoration
The Augustine Institute website

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The Power of Faith in Suffering w/ Immaculeé Ilibagiza Jul 02, 2024

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How was Immaculeé Ilibagiza able to choose faith during the genocide that wracked her country?

Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by Immaculeé Ilibagiza, survivor of the Rwandan genocide and internationally acclaimed Catholic speaker and author, to discuss her life-altering experience and the intense faith and love that she found through her suffering. In their conversation, they address themes such as loving and forgiving one’s enemies and the power of the Rosary.

Resources:

Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more about Immaculeé Ilibagiza and her ministry here
Check out Immaculeé Ilibagiza’s moving and enlightening books

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Receiving the Gift of Creation w/ Dr. Michael Taylor Jun 25, 2024

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How can faith and science help us to properly interact with creation? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by Dr. Michael Taylor, accomplished Catholic scientist and teaching fellow at Thomas More College, to discuss how Catholics can better understand and interact with Creation. They also explore themes such as the positive and negative aspects of the current environmental movement, and how respect for creation must begin at the personal level.

Resources:
• Learn more about Dr. Michael Taylor
• Thomas More College of Liberal Arts website

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Is the Eucharist Biblical? w/ Dr. Michael Barber Jun 18, 2024

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Is the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist rooted in Scripture? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by Dr. Michael Barber, author and professor of Sacred Scripture and theology at the Augustine Institute, to discuss how Catholic teaching on the Eucharist is essentially Scriptural. Throughout their conversation, they address themes such as the role of Church Tradition in this question and common misconceptions about the sacrament of the Eucharist.

Resources:

Learn more about Dr. Michael Barber and his work
Augustine Institute website

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A Demonology of the Internet w/ Dr. Thomas Harmon Jun 11, 2024

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Why is understanding technology and its influence so important? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais meets with Dr. Thomas Harmon, professor of theology at the University of St. Thomas and the founding director of a new MA in evangelization and culture with the Word on Fire Institute, to discuss Dr. Harmon’s unreleased book, A Demonology of the Internet, which is an exploration of how online figures’ influence of viewers can resemble demonic manipulation.

Resources:

Learn more about Dr. Thomas Harmon and his position as the Scanlan Foundation professor of theology at the University of St. Thomas here
Check out Dr. Harmon’s new MA in evangelization and culture in collaboration with the University of St. Thomas and the Word on Fire Institute here

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That Hideous Strength w/ Joseph Pearce Jun 04, 2024

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How can C.S. Lewis’s longest novel help us to embrace the fullness of our humanity? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by internationally acclaimed author and literary scholar, Joseph Pearce, to discuss C.S. Lewis’s “modern fairytale for grown-ups,” That Hideous Strength, a dystopian novel that reveals both the evil and the hope present in our world today.

Resources:

Learn more about Professor Joseph Pearce and his work on his website

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