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The Synod and the logic of Cosmo Kramer
After listening to the first several press briefings at the Synod, mostly from Paulo Ruffini, but also now one with the African Cardinal Besungu, I was immediately reminded of a
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The Perdurance of Liberal Theology and the Synod
Linked below is my latest in Catholic World Report on the issue of liberal Catholic theology and its relevance for the Synod. But before I do I want to address
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My first report from Rome on the Synod on synodality.
I am in Rome and ensconced in a reasonably decent hotel near the Vatican. Sorry for the delay in posting on the Synod but it took me longer than usual
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A conference at St. Bernard's School of Theology on Veritatis Splendor
I am sorry that this is so last second but I have been traveling and busy. But there is a great conference this weekend at St. Bernard's School
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Some thoughts on the Synod as I head to Rome
Just over the horizon one of the most important events to take place in the Church since Vatican II will convene in Rome on October 4th and conclude on October
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Interview on the Discerning Hearts Podcast on the legacy of Pope Benedict
This is an older interview I did with Kris McGregor on the Discerning Hearts podcast that I never posted on the blog. And I am now home from my trip
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Lecture at Benedictine College
Link to my lecture at Benedictine College. My lecture begins at the 4:14:40 mark. But the previous two lectures are very good! I am still on the road.
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The illogic of the sedevacantists: My latest in Catholic World Report
https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2023/09/13/on-the-illogic-and-insanity-of-sedevacantism/
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Evangelization in an age of unbelief. An essay in the "What We Need Now" Substack
Linked below is an essay I wrote for a new substance called "What We need Now". You do not have to subsribe to read it. https://whatweneednow.substack.
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An announcement to my readers.
Some of you have written to me saying that they were wondering why there has not been as much posted on the blog of late. And the answer is simple.
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Larry Chapp interviews Tom Gourlay on the theology of Luigi Giussani.
I am sorry that the audio quality on Tom Gourlay's end is of such a poor quality. It is hard to follow in spots. Nevertheless, I still think
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Dom Dalmasso of The Logos Project interviews Larry Chapp on Communio theology
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Two Interviews on the Discerning Hearts Podcast on my book from Ignatius Press
Here are parts one and two of my appearance on the Discerning Hearts podcast to discuss my book. Kris McGregor is awesome.
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This Potemkin Synod. My latest in Catholic World Report
https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2023/08/31/the-false-front-is-showing-on-this-potemkin-synod/
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Speaking engagement at Benedictine College in Kansas
I am honored to be speaking at this conference. Benedictine College is doing some great things. Please consider registering for the conference so you can follow it online. https://media.
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Interview with Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, Nebraska on the critical need for a eucharistic and liturgical revival
A great conversation with my old friend and seminary classmate, His Excellency, Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, Nebraska. Lincoln is, of course, my hometown. We discuss the ongoing Eucharistic Revival
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Larry Chapp interviews Mark Stahlman and Christopher Altieri on the moral and theological significance of artificial intelligence
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Larry Chapp interviews Lewis Ayres on the development of doctrine
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Andrew Gniadek of Midnight Carmelite interviews Larry Chapp on deep theology and the lost sheep
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Veritatis Splendor at age 30. My latest in the Register
https://www.ncregister.com/commentaries/veritatis-splendor-at-30-unpacking-pope-st-john-paul-ii-s-profound-christological-vision
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Larry Chapp interviews Dr. Matthew Ramage on the theology of Joseph Ratzinger
Dr. Ramage teaches at Benedictine College in Atchsion Kansas and did his doctoral work on Joseph Ratzinger and Thomas Aquinas Podbean Podcast audio only:
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Dorothy Day's Anarchism. My latest in Catholic World Report
Given the ongoing debates swirling around what passes for "politics" in America these days, I thought to once again post on Dorothy's Anarchism https://www.catholicworldreport.
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Larry Chapp interviews Daniel Drain on the nature of modern unbelief
Had a great conversation with former student and now assistant professor Daniel Drain. This was a great conversation I think. Dan is very insightful. And here is the link for
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Eucharistic Incoherence: Part Two
As I stated in part one, I wanted to share with my readers an email I received from someone who wishes to remain anonymous for many reasons. But trust me
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