Talks
Brief descriptions of available talks, listed by speaker.
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Christopher T. Baglow |
On Science and the Catholic FaithIn the words of Pope John Paul II, science and Catholic theology “need each other to be what we must be, what we are called to be.” Yet most Catholics, even theologians and catechists, are confused about or unaware of the glorious harmony that exists between the Catholic Faith and modern science. In four day-long series, Chris Baglow, author of Faith, Science and Reason: Theology on the Cutting Edge the first-ever textbook on the subject) offers a tour de force on virtually all of the major issues of controversy regarding faith and religion in American society. In each case, he reveals the path that Catholics and indeed all Christians must follow if they desire to rediscover faith on the frontiers of modern science – a path that embraces all of the findings of modern science as opportunities to more fully understand divinely revealed truth about God and the human person. » Read full descriptions for talks on Science and the Catholic Faith On Theology of the BodyDr. Baglow offers a thorough look at the Theology of the Body in this two day series. Beginning with the often overlooked principles upon which the Theology of the Body is founded, Baglow brings audiences through the philosophical and theological implications of John Paul II’s masterwork. » Read full descriptions for talks on Theology of the Body On Catholic Faith and Postmodern CulturePostmodernism [pohst•mod•er•niz•uhm] – the contemporary worldview as it has moved past the worldview of modernism (especially the Enlightenment) to a new way of seeing things; a shift that has touched all areas of human life in the Western world,including culture, art, philosophy, media, morality, and personal identity. This definition of postmodernism reveals how essential understanding this new cultural reality is for the Church as it continues to undertake the New Evangelization called for by Pope John Paul II. In this day-long series entitled “The ABC’s of Gen XYZ,” Dr. Chris Baglow perceptively analyzes the hallmarks of postmodern culture in the light of the Gospel and of the Catholic Faith. In doing so, he charts a path for all those tryin got connect with all those immersed in this all-encompassing cultural shift. A must for all those engaged in Catholic outreach and ministry. » Read full descriptions for talks on the Catholic Faith and Postmodern Culture |
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Judy Klein |
Bioethical Decision-making in the 21st CenturyFrom new medical technologies to attempts at healthcare reform, perhaps there is no more confusing, nor intimidating, area of morality than contemporary bioethics. This day-long series by veteran bioethics instructor and Catholic author Judy Klein takes a straightforward approach to the essential elements of bioethical decision-making, covering with characteristic clarity and simplicity the universal principles that must be a part of any truly Catholic approach to these matters. Judy’s own life experience, including the crisis of her own husband’s illness, makes her presentations as much a personal witness as they are a helpful introduction to this important subject. |
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Tom & Caroline McDonald |
Catholic Marriage, Family Life, Moral and Social IssuesTom & Caroline McDonald love to speak to groups large and small on a variety of Catholic marriage and family life issues. Tom is also available to speak on a variety of moral and social issues from the Catholic perspective. On the sample page are some of their most requested, popular, and favorite topics. Once your group decides on an area(s) of interest, the McDonalds will work with you to create a tailor-made presentation or series geared toward your interests or needs. » View a sampling of talks available |