Godsplaining
Welcome to Godsplaining: Each week Dominican friars tackle the questions that keep you up at night—faith, doubt, culture, philosophy, theology, and real life. Expect clear Catholic answers, big ideas, and conversations that spark “aha” moments without (too much) jargon. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic who loves Thomas Aquinas or just curious, pull up a chair and think deeper with us. New episodes every Thursday—subscribe now.
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Episodes
Thursday Jul 16, 2020
Thursday Jul 16, 2020
Join Frs. Patrick, Bonaventure, Jacob Bertrand, and Gregory for our fiftieth episode of Godsplaining. In this episode we consider the hallmarks of the Dominican form of life: preaching, contemplation, study, and joy.
Thursday Jul 09, 2020
Thursday Jul 09, 2020
In this episode, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Gregory reflect on the current crisis in the conversation surrounding race in America. Why is it so hard to talk about? Is it impossible? If not, what resources do we have for discussing the issue?
Thursday Jul 02, 2020
Thursday Jul 02, 2020
As our culture continues to consider the meaning and need for equality, join Fr. Jacob Bertrand and Fr. Patrick as they consider the nature of the Catholic priesthood. Why are Catholic priests only men? Is this an affront against women? Tune in as we consider these and other pressing questions.
Thursday Jun 25, 2020
Thursday Jun 25, 2020
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure chat about the literary merits of Flannery O'Connor. What role does violence play in her literature? Why the emphasis on the grotesque? Where do free will and grace meet in the heart of the human person?
Thursday Jun 18, 2020
Thursday Jun 18, 2020
In this episode, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Gregory discuss the literary genius of Fyodor Dostoevsky. Why do so many Christians seem to love his work? What about it is enduring? What can we learn from his peculiar insights into humanity?
Thursday Jun 11, 2020
Thursday Jun 11, 2020
In this episode, Fr. Joseph Anthony and Fr. Gregory discuss what it means to be prudent in present circumstances. Man is made for moral agency and yet so much of what we hear nowadays is about contagion and caution. How does the prudent person wend her way between risks without succumbing to paralysis?
Thursday Jun 04, 2020
Thursday Jun 04, 2020
Just can't get enough of the Blessed Virgin Mary? Well, you're in luck. Join Fr. Jacob Bertrand and Fr. Bonaventure as they discuss the history and theology of the feast of Mary, Mother of the Church.
Saturday May 30, 2020
Saturday May 30, 2020
Join Fr. Gregory, Fr. Patrick, and Fr. Jacob Bertrand as we meditate on the Mass readings for the 8th Sunday of Easter - the Solemnity of Pentecost.
Thursday May 28, 2020
Thursday May 28, 2020
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Joseph Anthony chat about the architecture and symbolism of the new Church of St. Thomas Aquinas in Charlottesville, VA as the project nears completion.
Saturday May 23, 2020
Saturday May 23, 2020
Join Fr. Gregory, Fr. Patrick, and Fr. Jacob Bertrand as we meditate on the Mass readings for the 7th Sunday of Easter - the Solemnity of the Ascension.