Catholic Theology Show

How Tradition and Beauty Lead us to Christ w/ Bishop Francois Beyrouti 22.09.2026 1ชม. 2นาที

What can the ancient Christian tradition of the Middle East teach us about living the Catholic faith today?In this episode of The Catholic Theology Show, Dr. Michael Dauphinais welcomes Bishop Francois Beyrouti, Eparchial Bishop of Newton, to explore the history, beauty, and mission of the Melkite Catholic Church. From the early Christians of Antioch to the challenges facing Christians in a post-secular world, Bishop Beyrouti shares how the Church’s ancient faith remains deeply relevant today.The conversation explores the relationship between theology and evangelization, the importance of knowing and living the faith, the meaning of suffering, the beauty of the liturgy, and practical ways to grow closer to Jesus Christ. Bishop Beyrouti also shares his personal journey to the priesthood and the lessons he has learned from studying Scripture, the Church Fathers, and the living Tradition of the Church.Resources: Melkite Catholic Eparchy of NewtonRelated Episodes: Chastity and Mercy in a Secular World w/ Bishop Erik Varden | Ep. 125

The Daily Wire, Going Tech Free, and Accepting God's Intimacy w/ Matt Fradd | Ep. 207 15.09.2026 1ชม. 12นาที

How do we disconnect from distractions and discover intimacy with God? In this episode of The Catholic Theology Show, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Matt Fradd, host of Pints with Aquinas podcast and author of Jesus Our Refuge, for a wide-ranging conversation about encountering Christ, Thomas Aquinas, prayer, spiritual growth, technology, community, and the struggle to live an authentically Christian life in a distracted age. He describes the history of his hugely popular Pints with Aquinas podcast and what it was like to bring it to The Daily Wire. Matt shares the story of his conversion, why St. Thomas Aquinas remains so relevant today, they discuss one of the great spiritual challenges of our age: distraction. From smartphones and social media to endless news and digital entertainment, modern technology can fragment our attention and weaken our experience of genuine community. Matt shares his experience of taking an extended break from his phone and computer and offers practical advice for recovering silence, presence, prayer, and attention and more on podcasting, and finding unity with God. Resources:Be Healed by Matt FraddShift My PhonePints with Aquinas on the Daily WireRelated Episodes:Faith, Politics, and Freedom of Speech w/ Michael Knowles | Ep. 138The Summa for Beginners Episodes on The Catholic Theology Show

What does the Gospel of Matthew Teach us about Jesus? w/ Dr. Edward Sri | Ep. 206 08.09.2026 47นาที

What can the Gospel of Matthew reveal about Jesus, His Kingdom, and the Church He established?Dr. Edward Sri, author, theologian, Vice President of Formation at FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students), and visiting Professor at Ave Maria University, joins Dr. Michael Dauphinais to explore the deeper structure of Matthew's Gospel and the connections it makes between Jesus, David's kingdom, Peter, and the authority Christ gives to His Church.This conversation also explores what Matthew reveals about the Christian life, including the Father's loving gaze, forgiveness, evangelization, the Sacraments, and Christ's promise to remain with His Church.Resources:The Gospel of Matthew by Curtis Mitch & Edward SriDr. Edward Sri’s WebsiteGod With Us: Encountering Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew by Edward SriRelated Episodes:Understanding the Gospel in a Digital World w/ Dr. Edward Sri | Ep. 105How to Be Overwhelmed by the Gospel w/ Fr. Gabriel Gillen, O.P. | Ep. 199

Is the Shroud of Turin Real? w/ Dr. Gilbert Lavoie | Ep. 205 01.09.2026 1ชม. 3นาที

How does the Shroud of Turin show the risen Christ? Hair falling to the shoulders, facial shadows from overhead light, and an unflattened back all point to a man lifted up, just as Jesus promised in the Gospel of John.This episode’s guest, Dr. Gilbert Lavoie, is a physician specializing in internal medicine, occupational medicine and public health. For more than forty years he has conducted a forensic study of the Shroud of Turin, focusing on the blood marks, anatomical details of the image, and their alignment with the Crucifixion and the Gospel of John. He is the author of several works on the Shroud, most recently, The Shroud of Jesus and the Sign John Ingeniously Concealed, and has contributed to the Ave Maria University Shroud of Turin exhibit.From the off-image blood mark that first convinced a skeptical physician to microscopic fibers, first-century dating evidence, and the three-dimensional sculpture now at Ave Maria University, this conversation weaves science, Scripture, and the mystery of the Resurrection. Related episodes:The Life of Christ (Aquinas) w/ Fr. Legge | Ep. 198I am the Bread of Life w/ Fr. Thomas Weinandy | Ep. 32

Getting to Know the English Catholic Martyrs w/ Joseph Pearce | Ep. 204 25.08.2026 54นาที

In this powerful episode of The Catholic Theology Show, host Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with author and scholar Joseph Pearce to uncover the astonishing courage and heroic fidelity to Christ and his Catholic Church of the English martyrs. Drawing from Pearce’s book Faith of Our Fathers: A History of True England, they bring to life the stories of saints such as Thomas More, John Fisher, Edmund Campion, Margaret Clitherow, Robert Southwell, and Nicholas Owen, ordinary men and women who chose Christ over comfort, freedom and even life itself.From persecution under Henry VIII and Elizabeth I, to the hidden priest holes and secret Masses that kept the faith alive for three centuries, Pearce shows why these heroes represent the “true England.” You’ll also hear how their witness paved the way for the great Catholic revival led by figures such as St. John Henry Newman, and the timeless lessons of humility, fidelity, and the Cross that still speak to us today. May all the English Catholic Martyrs, pray for us! Related Episodes:Who Was St. Thomas More? W/ Dr. Travis Curtright | Ep. 19 That Hideous Strength w/ Joseph Pearce | Ep. 88

How to Stay Catholic in Today’s World w/ Bishop Thomas Paprocki | Ep. 203 18.08.2026 57นาที

Catholic teachings can be misunderstood as just a set of rules, but in this episode of The Catholic Theology Show, Bishop Thomas Paprocki and Dr. Dauphinais dive into how what looks like rules are paths to freedom and grace. Drawing from more than fifty years of priestly ministry and over two decades as a bishop, Bishop Paprocki reflects his vocation, discuss the future of young Catholics in the Church, marriage, discipleship, the role of faith, and a future filled with hope. Bishop Paprocki offers practical wisdom on courage, trust and hope, encouraging Catholics to live their faith confidently in a world that challenges Christian beliefs. Encountering Christ in Secular Society w/ Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone | Ep. 52Resources:From Christendom to Apostolic Mission by Monsignor James SheaAdditional resources mentioned include the SEEK Conference hosted by FOCUS Ave Maria University School of Law

Unveiling the Mystery of Salvation w/ Dr. Scott Hahn | Ep. 202 11.08.2026 1ชม. 10นาที

Join Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Dr. Scott Hahn, founder of the Saint Paul Center for Biblical Theology, for a rich, eye-opening journey through 1–2 Chronicles. These books pulse with God’s relentless love, revealing how He weaves covenant, kingship, temple, and liturgy into one sweeping story of salvation.Hahn and Dauphinais pull back the curtain on the history, and theological depth that make Chronicles the vital bridge between the Old and New Testaments. You’ll discover why these pages matter more than most people realize, and how they prepare the way for Christ. This conversation also marks the release of Dr. Hahn’s new book: Kingdom Come: Unveiling the Mystery of Salvation History, A Study of 1–2 Chronicles (co-authored with Celeste Fortenberry, Emmaus Road Publishing, mid-2026). Come ready to see Scripture with fresh eyes, and a fuller heart.Resources:Holy People, Holy Land' by Dr. Dauphinais and Michael Levering Related episodes:Catholics In Exile w/ Dr. Scott Hahn | Ep. 106▶ Help support Ave Maria University and this podcast by joining the Annunciation Circle: https://hubs.li/Q03312J80▶ Learn more about Ave Maria University: https://hubs.li/Q032PhpS0▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ FIND ANSWERS ON SOCIAL:▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE: https://youtube.com/@AveMariaUniversityFL▶ WEBSITE: https://www.avemaria.edu▶ INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/avemariauniv/▶ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/avemariauniv/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.

The Bible and Marriage w/ Dr. John Bergsma | Ep. 201 04.08.2026 1ชม. 13นาที

What if the Bible isn’t just a collection of laws and stories, but the original romantic comedy with the happiest ending of all time? Discover how marriage reveals the very heart of God’s Trinitarian love and why recovering this vision is urgent for our culture today.In this rich conversation on The Catholic Theology Show, host Michael Dauphinais welcomes Dr. John Bergsma, author of ⁠The Bible and Marriage: The Two Shall Become One Flesh by John Bergsma⁠ to explore how marriage stands at the very center of God’s plan for humanity, from Adam and Eve’s original communion, through the covenants and prophetic love stories like Hosea, to Jesus as the Bridegroom who prepares a place for His Church. Together they recover the beautiful biblical vision of companionate, indissoluble, self-giving love, address common misunderstandings about the Old Testament, polygamy, headship, and Ephesians 5, and show how the entire scriptural narrative is ultimately a divine romance culminating in the Wedding Feast of the Lamb.Resources:St. Paul Center for Biblical TheologyRelated Episodes:The Biblical Roots of the Jubilee Year w/ Dr. John Bergsma | Ep. 144

How to Restore Reverence in the Mass w/ Archbishop Cordileone | Ep. 200 28.07.2026 57นาที

In this powerful episode of the Catholic Theology Show, host Michael Dauphinais welcomes His Excellency Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco. They discuss the heart of Christian courage, the beauty and truth of the Church’s timeless teachings on marriage and human flourishing, and the urgent need to recover reverence in the celebration of the Holy Mass.Archbishop Cordileone shares insights on the Benedict XVI Institute for Sacred Music and Divine Worship, the new Reverent Liturgy Project, the power of sacred music (including the Mass of the Americas), Ad Orientem worship, kneeling for Communion, silence in church, active participation, and how beauty draws souls to Christ. They also explore personal encounter with Jesus, evangelization through genuine friendship, the integration of faith and reason (logica latria), and why the Church’s tradition remains a source of joy and communion in a secular age. A rich conversation filled with wisdom, hope, and practical encouragement for priests, seminarians, and lay faithful seeking deeper union with Christ in the liturgy and in daily life.Resources:Benedict XVI InstituteReverent Liturgy ProjectRelated Episodes:Benedict XVI and the Liturgy w/ Fr. Joseph Fessio, SJ | Ep. 193

How to Be Overwhelmed by the Gospel w/Fr. Gabriel Gillen, O.P. | Ep. 199 21.07.2026 1ชม. 2นาที

Drawing on Scripture the Church Fathers, the parable of the Good Samaritan, personal stories, and rich analogies including black holes, heart transplants and the Sistine Chapel, Fr. Gabriel Gillen, O.P., shows how the Gospel moves from background noise to a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ.In this powerful episode of The Catholic Theology Show, host Dr. Michael Dauphinais welcomes Fr. Gabriel Gillen, O.P., Dominican Friary and National Chaplain for FOCUS to explore how we can move from mere knowledge of the faith to being truly overwhelmed by the Gospel. Fr. Gillen unpacks the Five R’s that form a clear, compelling presentation of the kerygma, the proclamation of the Gospel , the Five R’s are revealed in the episode!Whether you’re a longtime Catholic or someone rediscovering the faith, this conversation will deepen your wonder at God’s plan of salvation and inspire you to live it more fully.Understanding the Gospel in a Digital World w/ Dr. Edward Sri | Ep. 105The Gospel in the Cosmos: Out of the Silent Planet by C.S. Lewis w/ Joseph Pearce

The Summa for Beginners: The Life of Christ w/ Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P. | Ep. 198 14.07.2026 1ชม. 8นาที

Every moment of Jesus’ life is for our transformation and an invitation to be united with Him.In this episode of The Catholic Theology Show, host Michael Dauphinais welcomes back Father Dominic Legge, O.P., President of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., and former Director of the Thomistic Institute. Aquinas devotes an entire section to what Jesus did and suffered, from His conception and baptism, through His transfiguration, passion, and death, to His resurrection and ascension. Fr. Legge unpacks the importance of these mysteries and how they reveal God’s plan for humanity, and what it means to be united to Christ through His grace and the Sacraments. Resources:Thomistic Institute Aquinas 101 video series and Aquinas' treatment of the mysteries of Christ's life in the Summa Theologiae.A lecture by Karen Oberg on the theology and science of water, and the book They Flew by Carlos Eire.Explore the work of the Dominican House of Studies and the broader Thomistic tradition.Related Episodes:The Trinitarian Christology of St. Thomas Aquinas w/ Fr. Dominic Legge | Ep. 87The Summa for Beginners: Understanding Christ w/ Fr. Guy Mansini | Ep. 165

America’s 250th & What Chesterton Saw in America w/ Susan Hanssen | Ep. 197 07.07.2026 1ชม. 4นาที

Did you know that G.K. Chesterton visited America 100 years ago and wrote about his observations and encountered in the book What I Saw in America? In honor of the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America, Dr. Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Susan Hanssen, associate professor of history at the University of Dallas, to discuss the history of the country through G.K. Chesterton’s eyes. Together they unpack what Chesterton meant when he said America was “the only nation in the world that is founded upon a creed" of equality, freedom, and governance as well as his prescient and prophetic cautions about the progressivism of the post-WWI era and its creeping totalitarianism and servitude. Finally, they consider how Chesterton distinguished between what he called America's "shadows" and the great "light of America" that he thought the rest of the world needed to see. Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States with The Catholic Theology Show! Public Discourse and writings from Susan Hanssen:https://www.thepublicdiscourse.com/author/susan-hanssen/Related Episodes:Catholics in Early America w/ Dr. Michael Breidenbach | Ep. 24An Introduction to Chestertonian Theology w/ Joseph Pearce | Ep. 21

The Feminine Revival: Why the Future of Women Depends on Formation | Ep. 197 30.06.2026 1ชม. 12นาที

What do women need not just to survive, but to truly thrive in today’s culture?This episode features a conversation on why so many women feel overwhelmed despite having a strong faith, the difference between spiritual formation and human formation, and the habits, virtues, and practical skills needed to flourish. Dr. Michael Dauphinais and January Donovan, founder of The Woman’s School and Catholic Feminine Formation, explore growth mindset versus fixed mindset, how culture shape's identity and self-worth, and the importance of rewiring the mind through truth and repetition. Together, they discuss the feminine genius, the vision of the "New Woman," why Our Lady remains the model of feminine excellence, how success is better understood as wholeness rather than achievement, and the unique role Catholic women can play in leading a culture of renewal.January shares her remarkable personal story of healing, conversion, marriage, motherhood, and the inspiration behind her mission. January shares a vision based off Scripture and the example of Our Lady for helping women recover their God-given dignity, purpose, and confidence. You won’t want to miss listening to this moving and beautiful episode with January Donovan. Resources:January Donovan's Book: Redefine Success For Women: A Proven Blueprint To Design A Fulfilling LifeThe Woman’s SchoolCatholic Feminine FormationRelated Episodes:Has Contemporary Feminism Failed Women? w/ Dr. Carrie Gress | Ep. 182

The Summa for Beginners: Aquinas and Cooperation with Evil w/ Fr. Ryan Connors | Ep. 195 23.06.2026 58นาที

What is expected of Catholics when every company, institution and system seems morally compromised? Can Catholics buy coffee from companies with immoral policies? Can Catholics pay taxes to governments that fund evil? How are Catholics supposed to live in the world but not be of the world?In this episode of The Catholic Theology Show, host Michael Dauphinais is joined by Fr. Ryan Connors to explore one of the most difficult questions in Catholic moral theology through the wisdom of Thomas Aquinas. Drawing from his book ‘Rethinking Cooperation with Evil: A Virtue-Based Approach,’ Fr. Connors explains why Aquinas approaches morality not as a system of rules but a path towards freedom, virtue and happiness that ultimately leads to Eternal life. If you struggle with moral anxiety and seek clarity on Catholic ethics or want to better understand virtue and freedom, this episode is for you.Resources:Rethinking Cooperation with Evil: A Virtue-Based Approach by Fr. Ryan Connors (Catholic University of America Press, 2024)https://www.cuapress.org/9780813237251/rethinking-cooperation-with-evil/Veritatis Splendor (The Splendor of Truth, 1993) by Pope St. John Paul IIhttps://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_06081993_veritatis-splendor.htmlRelated Episodes:The Summa for Beginners: The Moral Life w/ Fr. Romanus Cessario O.P. | Ep. 164Aquinas and the Truth of Faith w/ Fr. Michael Sherwin O.P. | Ep. 141

Why We Love The Great Divorce with The Magdala Podcast 16.06.2026 52นาที

Today's Release is a collaboration with The Magdala Ministries Podcast! Today on the podcast, Rachael Killackey sits down with theologian, podcast host, and Magdala board member, Dr. Michael Dauphinais, to discuss The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis. They talk about the healing imagery within this great work, the story of the red lizard and the white horse, and what we can learn about redemption from the souls in the story. Special thanks to The Catholic Theology Show team for editing this episode and lending their studio to us. Please check out their show below!Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We’re so glad you’re here.

What Moses Teaches Us about Jesus w/Steve Ray | Ep. 194 09.06.2026 1ชม. 2นาที

What does Moses have to do with Jesus—and why does it matter for Catholics today? In this episode of The Catholic Theology Show, host Michael Dauphinais welcomes back author, filmmaker, and Catholic convert Steve Ray for a sweeping exploration of the life of Saint Moses and his enduring significance for understanding Christ, the Church, and the Sacraments. Drawing from Scripture, Church tradition, and decades of leading pilgrimages through the Holy Land, Steve unpacks how the story of Moses serves as the foundation for understanding Jesus as the New Moses and the Christian life as a New Exodus. Together, Michael and Steve explore the burning bush, the divine name “I AM,” the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, the manna in the wilderness, the Tabernacle, and the Promised Land—revealing how each points forward to Christ and finds its fulfillment in the New Covenant. The conversation also highlights how the early Church interpreted the Exodus as the pattern for Christian initiation, illuminating the biblical roots of Baptism, the Eucharist, Confession, and Holy Orders. Along the way, Steve explains why the Old Testament is essential for understanding the New Testament, why Moses should be honored as a saint, and how the entire biblical story comes alive when viewed through the lens of typology. Whether you're new to Scripture or have studied the Bible for years, this episode offers a rich and accessible look at how God’s plan of salvation unfolds from Moses to Christ—and why the Exodus remains the defining story of every Christian journey from slavery to freedom, from death to life, and from earth to the Promised Land of heaven.Related Episodes:Crossing the Tiber: A Journey to Catholicism w/Steve Ray | Ep. 128

Benedict XVI and the Liturgy w/ Fr. Joseph Fessio, SJ | Ep. 193 02.06.2026 44นาที

The sacred liturgy is not a matter of personal preference or style it is the living heart of the Church’s worship and the clearest expression of her faith in Christ. In this episode of The Catholic Theology Show, Ave Maria University welcomes Jesuit priest, publisher, and theologian Fr. Joseph Fessio, founder of Ignatius Press and founding provost of Ave Maria University.Drawing on decades of theological reflection and his collaboration with Joseph Ratzinger (later Pope Benedict XVI), Fr. Fessio reflects on Sacrosanctum Concilium and the meaning of actuosa participatio. He argues that true participation in the Mass is primarily interior—an attentive, living union with Christ in His sacrifice—and explores the continuity of the Church’s liturgical tradition, from Latin and Gregorian chant to the Roman Canon and the orientation of prayer. The conversation also engages Benedict XVI’s vision of the “reform of the reform” and the call to recover reverence, silence, and sacred order in the Eucharist.Resources:Catholic World Report – The Mass of Vatican II (Fr. Joseph Fessio essay/talk)https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2023/10/10/the-mass-of-vatican-ii/Related Episodes:How to stay Faithful as a Catholic Theologian w/Fr. FessioThe Summa for the Beginners: The Sacraments w/Dr. Roger Nutt

How to Stop Gossiping and Begin Praising God w/Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. | Ep. 192 26.05.2026 52นาที

Speech is made for communion—it’s meant to bind people together in truth and charity—but in a fallen world it so often does the opposite, slipping into distortion, division, and harm. In this episode of The Catholic Theology Show, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dominican theologian Fr. Gregory Pine to discuss his book Training the Tongue: Growing Beyond the Sins of Speech. Drawing on the Epistle of James and the moral psychology of St. Thomas Aquinas, Fr. Pine reframes the task at hand: the goal isn’t merely to “tame” the tongue as if it were a wild animal, but to train it—forming it through virtue so that truthful, charitable speech becomes second nature, and patterns like lying, gossip, and complaint gradually lose their grip.Resources with Fr. Gergory Pine:Fr. Pine's Godsplaining Podcast Official site of the Thomistic Institute, where Fr. Gregory Pine serves as Assistant DirectorRelated Episodes:Spiritual Theology According to Aquinas with Fr. Gregory Pine | Ep. 74The Summa for Beginners: The Moral Life w/Fr. Romanus Cessario | Ep. 164

Finding God in Nature and in the Church w/Fr. John Nepil | Ep. 191 19.05.2026 1ชม.

Why do the most beautiful places on earth sometimes fill us with deep awe and wonder and yet other times leave us feeling empty?In this episode, Dr. Michael Dauphinais speaks with Fr. John Nepil about his book To Heights and Unto Depths, exploring how the beauty of nature can either deepen faith or become a substitute for it. Drawing from a 486-mile trek on the Colorado Trail, Fr. Nepil reflects on suffering, community, and the search for meaning, while addressing modern philosophies that promote self-creation over communion with God. The conversation also touches on hell, conversion, and how practices like prayer and the sacraments help us rediscover a life rooted in Christ. Relevant Episodes: The Catholic Calling to Environmental Stewardship w/Dr. Shepard | Ep. 96

Why Didn't C. S. Lewis Become Catholic? w/ Joseph Pearce | Ep. 190 12.05.2026 47นาที

Why did a writer who defended so many deeply Catholic ideas stop just short of becoming Catholic—and what can that tell us about faith, history, and influence? In this episode of the Catholic Theology Show, Dr. Michael Dauphinais and ⁠Joseph Pearce⁠ ⁠ explore the fascinating tension at the heart of C.S. Lewis’ life and thought. Mr. Pearce is a Visiting Professor Literature at Ave Maria University and author of C. S. Lewis and the Catholic Church, published by ⁠Ignatius Press⁠.They highlight why Lewis remains essential reading for Catholics, pointing to his strong affirmation of doctrines like purgatory, sacramental life, and the inseparable unity of faith and reason. Pearce and Dauphinais reflect on the paradox that Lewis’ distance from Catholicism may have expanded his reach, making him a trusted voice for non-Catholics while quietly leading many readers toward the Church. While also highlighting Pearce's books: C.S Lewis and the Catholic Church⁠ Relevant Episodes:Why Catholics Should read the Classics w/Joseph Pearce | Ep. 184Defending the Faith Today with C.S Lewis' Mere Christianity w/Dr. Andrew Swafford | Ep. 169 The Four Loves of C.S Lewis w/David Bates | Ep. 109