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3天前

God's Mercy, Human Sexuality, and the Theology of the Body w/ Bill Donaghy

How should Catholics approach relationships with others, with ourselves, and with God in a culture saturated with confusion about sexuality? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Bill Donaghy from the Theology of the Body Institute to explore St. John Paul II's work, The Theology of the Body. They discuss how this teaching offers clarity on human sexuality and desire in today's culture. Donaghy highlights the healing message of love, mercy, and the meaning of our bodies within God's plan.

3天前

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45 分钟
11月12日

What Happens After We Die? w/ Dr. James Papandrea

How can we recover a robust understanding of heaven and maintain confidence in reaching it? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Jim Papandrea, author and professor of Church History and Historical Theology, to explore the Christian understanding of the afterlife. Drawing from early Church Fathers and his book What Really Happens After We Die, Dr. Papandrea presents the resurrection of the body in heaven as a joyful reunion, and discusses how modern misconceptions about the afterlife differ from the Christian vision of eternal life. They also consider how to recover a hopeful view of heaven and confidence in attaining it through God’s grace.

11月12日

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50 分钟
11月5日

Reclaiming Authentic Masculinity w/ Brett Powell

How can men today find direction, strength, and purpose in a culture that leaves them uncertain of their role? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Brett Powell discuss Life Compass workshops, which help men identify their God-given purpose, overcome passivity, and nurture meaningful relationships. This conversation provides practical insights and faith-based guidance for men to live with strength and direction. Additional Resources:

11月5日

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56 分钟
10月29日

The Four Loves of C.S. Lewis w/ David Bates

How can the different types of love inform us about our humanity and relationships? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with David Bates, host of the Pints with Jack podcast, to discuss C.S. Lewis' The Four Loves, a profound reflection on the nature of affection, friendship, eros, and charity. They delve into the unique qualities and dangers of each form of love, how modern society has misunderstood them, and how Christians can rediscover the proper order of loves to deepen their relationships with God and others.

10月29日

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54 分钟
10月22日

Can Philosophy Help Us Evangelize? w/ Fr. James Brent, O.P.

How do philosophy and theology work together to reveal the truth about reality? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Fr. James Brent, O.P. discuss the importance of an integrated approach to philosophy and theology, explaining how sound philosophy prepares us for faith. During their conversation, they explore themes from Aquinas and John Paul II, introduce metaphysics, the limits of reason, and think about how Christ fully reveals human dignity and purpose. Fr. Brent also shares his journey in philosophy and his work with the Thomistic Institute and FOCUS to evangelize through intellectual formation.

10月22日

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57 分钟
3月26日

Till We Have Faces w/ Joseph Pearce

How should human beings love? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Catholic literature scholar Joseph Pearce discuss C.S. Lewis’s wonderfully insightful retelling of the myth of Cupid and Psyche, Till We Have Faces. In this episode, they address how this novel both parallels C.S. Lewis’s The Four Loves and reveals the great complexity of loving as a human; how we must give in order to receive.

3月26日

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53 分钟
10月15日

St. Augustine and Political Utopias w/ Dr. Marc Guerra

How does Catholic theology provide a unique response to the modern tensions between utopianism and dystopianism? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais speaks with Dr. Marc Guerra, Provost at Assumption University, about the Catholic approach to utopian and dystopian thought. Drawing from St. Augustine's City of God and the writings of Pope Benedict XVI, they discuss how Christianity offers hope amid the unrealistic promises of modern utopias and the fears of dystopian futures. They explore themes of human imperfection, gratitude, and a Christian understanding of progress.

10月15日

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1 小时
8月20日

Prayer as Spiritual Therapy according to St. Bernard of Clairvaux w/ Dr. Matthew McWhorter

How can modern Catholics utilize meditation to deepen their faith and improve mental wellness and clarity? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais hosts Dr. Matthew McWhorter, Professor of Theology at Divine Mercy University, for a discussion on the integration of meditation within Catholic practice. An alumnus of Ave Maria University’s Ph.D. program in theology, Dr. McWhorter has taught and written extensively on the relationship between theology and psychology. In this episode, he shares insights from his latest book Meditation as Spiritual Therapy: Bernard of Clairvaux's De consideration.

8月20日

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52 分钟
9月3日

Why We Need Catholic Education w/ Dr. Dan Guernsey

What makes Catholic education unique and essential in today's world? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by Dr. Dan Guernsey, associate professor and founding director of the Master of Education in Catholic School Leadership at Ave Maria University. They discuss the critical role of Catholic education to form the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and its mission to direct students toward salvation. Dr. Guernsey explains the Church's vision for Catholic schools, the importance of community, and how these institutions can counter modern educational challenges by offering a more holistic approach grounded in faith.

9月3日

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54 分钟
9月10日

Success through Virtuous Leadership w/ Dave Durand

How do virtue and honest communication contribute to success in business and personal life? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dave Durand, trustee of Ave Maria University and co-founder and executive chairman of Best Version Media, to discuss how virtue contributes to successful leadership and personal fulfillment. Their conversation also touches on personal challenges and how faith in Jesus Christ aids in navigating life’s hardships, emphasizing how our failures can call for a greater surrender to God and lead us into deeper relationships with others.

9月10日

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56 分钟

Ave Maria University is committed to providing a liberal arts curriculum based on Catholic principles and thought. We strive to enlighten students intellectually and spiritually, to prepare them for a life well lived.

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Can Philosophy Help Us Evangelize? w/ Fr. James Brent, O.P.

Till We Have Faces w/ Joseph Pearce

St. Augustine and Political Utopias w/ Dr. Marc Guerra

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Why We Need Catholic Education w/ Dr. Dan Guernsey

Success through Virtuous Leadership w/ Dave Durand

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