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Christendom College Lectures

Christendom College

At Christendom College, we believe education is more than gaining knowledge—it’s about pursuing true wisdom. As a Catholic liberal arts college, our mission is to guide students on the path to Christian wisdom, grounded in the love and contemplation of both natural and divinely revealed truth. This journey doesn’t happen in the classroom alone. Through vibrant campus life, community events, and spiritual opportunities, students are encouraged to cultivate the moral virtues and habits of Christian

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The Church and Suffering | Dr. Andrew Montanaro

Christendom College Lectures ·

2024/06/27

I'm sure you've heard family and friends question how a loving God can allow suffering. Perhaps you've even wrestled with the question yourself. With Dr. Montanaro as your guide, you'll learn how suffering forms an essential part of God's plan—so much so that He sent His Son to die on the cross for our salvation.

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Inculturation and the Evangelization of China | Dr....

Christendom College Lectures ·

2024/05/28

Join Christendom College professor Dr. Christopher Lane for his lecture on Inculturation and the Evangelization of China. From the time of the apostles, the deposit of faith has formed and transformed cultures, lived out uniquely across various cultures. This lecture will explore how Catholicism took root in China, forming a new Chinese Catholic culture, and how cultural practices gave rise to conflict among Catholics in the Chinese Rites controversy and the effects of that controversy in

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45:54

Cultivating Contemplation Today: A Few Philosophical...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2024/04/24

Join Christendom College professor Dr. John Cuddeback for this lecture examining practical principles from the master of contemplation, St. Thomas Aquinas. No matter our state in life, we are all called to contemplation as part of our identity and fulfilment, even amidst the challenges and chaos of today.

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52:46

How Beauty Will Save the World | Dr. Michael Rubin

Christendom College Lectures ·

2024/03/21

Learn about the true nature of beauty, its importance for our lives, and why Beauty not only can but will undoubtedly save the world. Christendom professor Dr. Michael Rubin will help you discover "How Beauty Will Save the World."

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42:31

Our Lady’s Ring: Reflections on the Structure of the...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2024/02/28

Join Christendom Professor Daniel Spiottaas as he explores the structure of the Rosary from a unique perspective that illuminates fascinating new insights. The mysteries of the Rosary tell the story of Our Lady's life with Christ, and like any good story, they are artfully arranged. By reflecting on the ring-structure of the Rosary, we can come to a deeper understanding of its mysteries and how they relate to one another.

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37:32

For the Love of Mary: Music for Our Lady in...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2024/01/31

Join Christendom professor Dr. Sara Pecknold as she explores the importance of music for our lives as Catholics and as a means of glorifying God. Music holds a unique place of influence in all our lives. Because of its constant presence and its indisputable power to move our souls, music should be put to its highest purpose: to praise God and lead us to Him. This lecture invites the listener to enjoy exquisite settings of the Salve Regina from 17th-century Venice and to consider how the

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50:21

Why December 25th? Inculturating Christmas in the...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/12/01

This Principles Live Lecture was broadcast from our annual Christmas at Christendom event for our President's Council benefactors.

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45:47

Honor thy Father and thy Mother: Aquinas and...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/11/21

The breakdown of the family is one of the chief factors behind the societal decay we experience today. How can we protect the family unit and reverse the breakdown of society? This lecture will examine how rediscovering filial piety can help lead us toward the restoration we need.

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42:53

Why Good Children’s Literature Matters Today | Dr....

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/11/02

Why is children's literature important? In our society where even children are made to question their very identity, it is crucial to have stories that ground them in truth.

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37:39

How to Evangelize Like a Hobbit | Dr. Conor Sweeney

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/09/27

"How can we be effective evangelizers?" Find out how baptism and hobbits can shed light on what it means to be a Christian filled with faith, hope, and love, and thus a beacon for communicating the joy of the Christian life to others.

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Called to Evangelize: Theology Masters as Christian...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/08/30

This lecture provides the example of theology professors who conceived of themselves not only as intellectuals, but, more importantly, as Christian teachers. Focusing on the twelfth-century schools of theology, Dr. Berardi shows how theologians of the time followed the tradition of the Church Fathers and were responsible for the moral education of their students.

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41:39

Law and Love in A Midsummer Night’s Dream | Prof....

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/05/30

The world is filled with conflicts, both apparent and real, between personal love and civic duty. Can love be restrained without violating its radical freedom? In this brief talk, Christendom College's Professor Daniel Spiotta will consider how William Shakespeare's play A Midsummer Night's Dream expresses the demands of both love and law, manifests the dangers of neglecting either, and proposes a mutually reinforcing resolution.Spiotta, who serves as an assistant professor in the

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44:44

Beyond Virtue Signaling: Reclaiming the Virtues with...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/03/31

Virtue has never been more maligned and misunderstood than in our age. Between movies that celebrate antiheroes and corporations that “virtue signal” about false values, we must revisit the wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas to reclaim a true understanding of virtue and strategies for how we can acquire it in our age. This Principles Live Lecture will be delivered by Dr. Andrew Whitmore, assitant professor of theology at Christendom College. Dr. Whitmore authored the book Saintly Habits: Aquinas’

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Popular Entertainment and the Good Life | Dr. Daniel...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/02/28

This lecture will be given by Dr. Daniel McInerny, a professor of philosophy at Christendom College and faculty moderator of the on-campus drama club, the Christendom Players. Dr. McInerny also teaches an upcoming Principles class on The Philosophy of Art and Beauty and has a book coming out next year from Word on Fire Academic entitled The Way of Beauty. When we hear the word “entertainment,” we may think of the frivolous, the mindless, or the downright offensive. But who among us does not

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What Is Sacred Music? | Dr. Kurt Poterack

Christendom College Lectures ·

2023/01/27

In this Principles Live Lecture, Christendom professor Dr. Kurt Poterack will help you understand the beautiful theology behind Catholic teaching on sacred music. These days, many people think "sacred music" can be any sort of music played in a religious setting. However, the Catholic Church has a long and rich tradition of carefully delineating just what sacred music means.

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49:44

The Gift of Tolkien’s Letters from Father Christmas |...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2022/12/02

This lecture will be given by Dr. Trey Stanford, a professor in the Department of English Literature & Language at Christendom College.Dr. Stanford's lecture is entitled "'Terrificalest Freezing Magics': The Gift of Tolkien's Letters from Father Christmas" and will be a part of Christendom College's annual day-long Christmas at Christendom event for our President's Council benefactors, many of whom will join us in person. We hope you enjoy a glimpse into this special event!

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42:33

Why Read Jane Austen? A lesson in Humility | Dr....

Christendom College Lectures ·

2022/11/18

Why read Jane Austen? She makes us smile and laugh through her beautifully written works of literature, but she also helps orient our imagination, intellect, and will towards virtue. Dr. Sullivan earned her Ph.D. in English from The Catholic University of America and serves as an assistant professor in the Department of English Language and Literature at Christendom College. She specializes in Jane Austen, 19th century British literature, and Epistolary literature. Join us for a Principles

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Why the Holy Family Matters for Your Marriage and...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2022/10/26

Dr. Vyner serves as the chairman in the Department of Theology at Christendom College, where he teaches classes on Scripture, the Sacraments, the Domestic Church, Fundamentals of Catholic Doctrine, and more. Tomorrow's Principles Live Lecture will present the Holy Family, referred to in the early Church as the "earthly Trinity," both in Scripture and Tradition. Such a topic is extremely relevant today in light of the increasing attacks on the family. It will conclude with pastoral

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Choosing True Friendship | Dr. John Cuddeback

Christendom College Lectures ·

2022/09/28

Dr. Cuddeback holds a PhD from the Catholic University of America and has taught for 25 years here at Christendom College in the Philosophy Department. He is the author of the book, "True Friendship", where virtue becomes happiness, and a lay Dominican. He is an avid gardener and hunter.In this Principles Live Lecture, Dr. Cuddeback explains that life is about relationship. One of the most important relationships that we ultimately have are friendships. We are most ultimately called to

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32:39

Ratzinger’s Defense of Christianity Against Nietzsche...

Christendom College Lectures ·

2022/07/26

Canadian by birth, Conor Sweeney obtained a licentiate and doctorate in Sacred Theology from the John Paul Institute for Marriage and the Family in Rome. He taught and researched in areas of Evangelization, continental philosophy, the Theology of Joseph Ratzinger, and John Paul II's Theology of the Body, and much more. Dr. Sweeney joined the theology faculty in 2020 here at Christendom College.Dr. Sweeney delivers what he calls a warmup or preparation of a class he is offering this fall

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