A Catholic podcast brought to you by the Archdiocese of Regina where we attempt to navigate this faith in Jesus Christ so that we might know him more intimately, love him more profoundly and serve him more deeply in our daily lives.
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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture
Talbot School of Theology at Biola University / Sean McDowell & Scott Rae
A weekly podcast that offers Christian perspectives on some of the most significant issues facing today's church and culture. In each episode, hosts Scott Rae and Sean McDowell — professors at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology — draw upon biblical wisdom and insights from guest experts as they explore how Christians can thoughtfully and faithfully engage with cultural trends and current events.
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How might your pop culture fandom resonate with your faith? Josh Larsen, editor of Think Christian, talks with TC writers about the latest in TV, movies, music, and more, exploring the ways popular culture and its cultivators interact with God’s story.
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A New Approach to Youth Ministry Marrick Reeve and Michelle Braden
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This week on Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric Gurash welcomes Marrick Reeve of Christ the King parish in Regina and Michelle Braden of the Archdiocese of Regina's Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry to discuss a new youth ministry pilot project. They'll share the ways that moving youth ministry from the parish and into a unique partnership with loc…
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Is IVF Morally Permissible? A Dialogue, Part 1
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Is IVF ever morally permissible for Christians? And if so, what conditions must be met? Is it ever morally justified to freeze embryos? These are just a few of the questions Sean and Scott discuss in this first part of a two-part discussion on the morality of IVF. If you are looking for a substantive discussion about the case for and against IVF, y…
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Cultural Update: Criminalizing Surrogacy; Do DEI Investments Pay Off?; Prenuptial Agreements
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This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Italy criminalizes surrogacy abroad for its citizens, sparking controversy on LGBTQ rights and ethical surrogacy practices. The University of Michigan invests $250 million in DEI initiatives, but faces increased discord and skepticism over their effectiveness. A new prenuptial agreement feature introduces embryo cla…
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Conquest Boys Club Q&A - Part 12
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Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week they discuss women and the priesthood.De către Eric Gurash
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Taking Persons Seriously (with Mihretu Guta)
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The most fundamental question that our polarized culture faces is this — Who should be included in the human community? And on what basis? Should embryos, fetuses, the severely demented or the persons in a vegetative state? What does our view of a person suggest about how we care for people at the end of life? Taking Persons Seriously connects phil…
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Cultural Update: Risks of Marijuana Use; China Reverses One-Child Policy; AI Podcast Hosts
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Topics this week: Growing concerns about the rising potency and health risks of marijuana use, with increasing reports of psychosis and addiction. China reverses its one-child policy, now promoting larger families in a dramatic policy shift to combat declining birth rates. AI technology is advancing with automatically-generated podcasts, raising et…
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The Resurgence of Devil Movies (A Christian Defense of Horror Part VI)
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Get thee behind me, Satan? That’s been difficult as of late — at least at the movies. From the recent Rosemary’s Baby prequel Apartment 7A to other 2024 titles like Late Night with the Devil, Longlegs, and The Deliverance, satanic cinema has been growing in popularity. What might explain the trend? Josh, Joe, and Roslyn share their theories, as wel…
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Conquest Boys Club Q&A - Part 11
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Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week, they discuss Adam and Eve and racial diversity.De către Eric Gurash
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Should Christians Support Israel? (with Jeff Myers)
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Why should Christians care about the conflict between Israel and Palestine? Why is there such a gap between Gen Z and other generations on viewing the conflict? Is Israel committing a just war, or is it genocide? In this episode, Sean and Scott address these questions, and more, with Dr. Jeff Myers, author of the new book Should Christians Support …
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Cultural Update: College wins Title IX case; Gender Divide in Gen Z; Students can't read an entire book
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This week, Scott and special guest Erik Thoennes discuss: Hillsdale College wins an important Title IX court decision on religious freedom. A new gender divide emerges in Gen Z: men seeking traditional roles, women pushing for progress. Elite college students struggle to read an entire book, raising concerns about deep reading skills. Discussion on…
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NET Ministries 30th Anniversary with Pierre O'Reilly
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This week, Deacon Eric Gurash visits with Pierre O'Reilly, Executive Director of NET Ministries Canada, to discuss their 30th anniversary. They explore how the ministry challenges young Catholics to love Christ, embrace the life of the Church, and equips them for evangelization through personal witness, faith formation, and leadership training. Lea…
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Revering God (with Thaddeus Williams)
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Why is it often difficult to find pleasure and joy in God? If the chief end of man is to know and enjoy God, why do so many of us fall short? In this episode, Sean and Scott talk with Biola professor Thaddeus Williams about these questions and his new book Revering God. Dr. Williams argues that a deep-dive into the theological understanding of the …
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Cultural Update: Christians losing political influence; Is working from home a moral issue?
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This week: Are conservative Christians losing political influence in America? The growing trend of children struggling to make friends raises alarming health concerns. Gen Z women are increasingly unaffiliated with religion—what's behind this shift? A Missouri man’s execution sparks questions about the fairness of the death penalty. Is working from…
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Conquest Boys Club Q&A Part 10
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Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week they discuss the infalibility of the bible and why Catholic do things that aren't in the bible.De către Eric Gurash
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Faith for the Curious (with Mark Matlock)
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Are there non-Christians who are genuinely open to hearing about the Christian faith? According to Mark Matlock, author of Faith for the Curious, there is a large segment of people who are genuinely spiritually curious. But, the key is to understand them accurately and to engage them in the right way. In this episode, Sean and Scott talk with Mark …
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Cultural Update: Christians against Bible in schools; Regrets about social media; Taliban restrictions on women
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This week's topics: The Taliban imposes new, harsh restrictions on women in Afghanistan, raising concerns about women's rights and human dignity. Some Christians in Oklahoma and other states push back against mandatory Bible teaching in public schools, questioning its place in public education. Gen Z expresses significant regret over the invention …
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"Pilgrims of Hope" ArchRegina Congress 2024 with Deacon Eric Gurash and Lisa Polk
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Deacon Eric Gurash sits down with Director of Pastoral Services and Operations Lisa Polk to discuss the upcoming ArchRegina Congress, "Pilgrims of Hope," taking place Saturday, September 21, at Resurrection Parish in Regina. They'll discuss the changing dynamics and demographics of the Church in the Archdiocese of Regina and the ways that this year…
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How should we approach the political arena as Christians? What exactly does the Bible give us when it comes to politics? How can we make sure that our conversations about politics are civil and respectful? Sean and Scott will answer these questions and more as they discuss the connection between Christian faith and politics. It's National Voter Reg…
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Cultural Update: Are political opponents really our enemies?; A world beyond IVF; Diverse intelligence
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This week Scott & Sean discuss: Are political opponents really our enemies? We dive into a Wall Street Journal op-ed challenging partisanship and urging love across political lines. The ethics of emerging reproductive technologies like in-vitro gametogenesis (IVG) and the potential societal impacts. A New York Times article about humanity’s readine…
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The Supreme Court Chief of NC and Faith (with Chief Paul Newby)
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What people and events led Paul Newby to become the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of North Carolina? What historical evidence originally led him to become a Christian, and how does he uniquely practice his faith as a Chief Justice? And what advice would he give to young Christians who want to serve God through the law? We had the unique opport…
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Mental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 2
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In this part two of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that pro…
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The familiar threats of the Alien franchise — namely xenomorphs and the Weyland-Yutani Corporation — take on new forms in Alien: Romulus. Josh, JR., and Sarah discuss how this installment fits with the other films, as well as what it might have to say about sin — both original and chosen. Oh, and JR. defends THAT choice involving a “new” synthetic.…
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Cultural Update: Boomers vs. Younger Generations; Physician-Assisted Suicide in Canada; Sologamy
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This week, Scott & Sean discuss: The funding disparity between baby boomers and younger generations in America. The ethical and moral concerns surrounding physician-assisted suicide and its rise in Canada. The emerging societal trend of "sologamy," or self-marriage, and its reflection of extreme individualism. The dangers posed by AI, including bot…
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Mental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 1
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In this part of one of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and their wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline…
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Whole Heart Finances (with Shane Enete)
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What does it mean to submit your finances to the Lordship of Christ? What does that involve on a daily basis? What does it mean to baptize your money and treat tracking your spending as a spiritual discipline? How does your upbringing influence your attitudes toward money? We’ll answer these questions and more with our Crowell School of Business co…
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Cultural Update: Parental stress; Does Christian persecution exist in the US?; Selective moral outrage
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This week, Sean & Scott discuss: The U.S. Surgeon General addresses the overwhelming stress faced by parents and the need for community and governmental support. The debate over whether Christian persecution exists in the U.S., comparing American religious freedoms with global persecution. A discussion on selective moral outrage, highlighting under…
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Contemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 5
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Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, for this final installment of their summer retreat based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love. This week, they wrap up their reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a…
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Unnatural Death (with Richard Weikart)
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What can we learn from the history of euthanasia? What was the view of suicide and euthanasia in the ancient world of the Bible? How did the early church introduce a new ethic of life into that context? How did the modern euthanasia movement begin and what was the rationale for permitting it? How did the Nazi experience of euthanasia affect the mov…
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Cultural Update: Western Civilization's Need for Christianity; Abortion as a Social Good; Designer Babies
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This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Western civilization's need for Christianity The rising celebration of abortion as a social good reflects a dangerous shift in societal values Concerns grow over designer babies and the ethical implications of gene editing Listener question: Mixed-faith marriages Listener question: Navigating difficult family situat…
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Human Nature: A Vital Doctrine (with Katie McCoy)
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Humanity is perhaps the most pressing doctrinal issue today. Katie McCoy, co-author of the new book Humanity, believes that a proper understanding of humanity has massive implications for science, sexuality, race, economics and more. She and Sean discuss why God originally made us male and female, if the Bible teaches corporate responsibility for s…
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Summer Retreat: Contemplations on Divine Love Part 4
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Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God…
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Cultural Update: Olympians Share Their Faith, Vatican's New Stance on Patients in a Vegetative State, Updates on the Gender War in Britain, Choices of a Reverend Puts a Man on Death Row
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This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Olympians Who Share Their Faith The Vatican Loosens Their Stance on Care for Patients in a Vegetative State Britain's Labor Party Changes Their Stance on Trans Rights, Ending the Country's Gender War Choices of a Pastor Puts a Man on Death Row Listener Question: How Do We Prepare Our Children for Emotional Stress …
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AI and the Future of Porn (with Christopher Lind)
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How is AI transforming human sexuality? How will AI change the way people create and consume pornography? And is the church ready? We talk with businessman, AI specialist, and podcaster Christopher Lind about these questions and more. Prepare yourself, because some radical changes are coming in how our culture approaches questions of sexuality. Chr…
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Contemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 3
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Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God…
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Cultural Update: Birth rate decline, resurgence of syphilis, pregnancy resource centers
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This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Birth rate decline: Is it a conservative or a progressive issue? Resurgence of syphilis in the U.S. Harassment of pregnancy resource centers by the New Jersey Attorney General Nature of biblical inspiration and the imputation of Christ's righteousness How to respond biblically to real-world situations, like intera…
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Olympics: Is Winning for Christians?
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“Winning isn’t for everyone.” So declares a prominent Nike ad that ran during the 2024 Olympics, suggesting deception and selfishness are qualities required to capture the gold. If that’s true, how should Christians think about athletic competition? With the Olympics as the backdrop, Josh, Aarik, and Kathryn discuss what it means to win as a follow…
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Why the Bible Began (with Mike Thigpen)
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Usually we ask the question of how we got our Bible, but we rarely consider the question of why we got the Bible? Why did the various Biblical authors commit their contributions to writing and preservation? We’ll answer these questions and more and will look at a controversial new book, Why the Bible Began: An Alternative History of Scripture and I…
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Contemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 2
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In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflec…
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Cultural Update: What Everyone Else Is Wrong About
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We're back with our Friday Weekly Cultural Updates. This week, Scott and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss a series of recent New York Times opinion pieces, including: Faith vs. Conduct: Will the American church's destiny be defined by beliefs or actions. Sexual Orientation: Challenging the "born this way" narrative. AI Optimism: David Brooks argue…
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What was it like for a teenage girl to escape from North Korea and make it to the US? How did she adjust to life in the US as compared to North Korea? How was her criticism of China received in the US? How did her experience at an elite Ivy League university remind her of life in North Korea? We’ll answer these questions and more as we discuss the …
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The Acolyte’s Religious Orders
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In the Star Wars streaming series The Acolyte, the Force is wielded by self-righteous Jedi, a coven of space witches, and a dark, mysterious stranger. Do any of them do so with honor? And what of the twin sisters, played by Amandla Stenberg, caught in the middle? Josh, Joe, and Abby consider what the series has to say about sin and confession, abus…
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Contemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 1
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In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflec…
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