Podcasts about Common good

In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Cy Kellett is joined by theologian Tom Nash for a deep dive into Catholic social teaching through the lens of Rerum Novarum, the 1891 encyclical by Pope Leo XIII. Prompted by Pope Leo XIV's decision to connect his papacy with his namesake, the discussion explores why Rerum Novarum remains foundational for the Church's response to modern social and economic upheavals. From labor rights and the dignity of work to AI, solidarity, subsidiarity, and the proper role of the state, this hour unpacks timeless Catholic principles for navigating new challenges. Whether you’re new to Catholic social teaching or looking to revisit its core insights, this episode offers a clear, passionate, and relevant exploration of how faith meets public life. Please support our mission by donating!Catholicanswersradio.com Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Topics Covered: 00:00 – Intro: Why Pope Leo XIV chose the name Leo 03:30 – Overview of Rerum Novarum and Pope Leo XIII 07:00 – Origins of Catholic Social Teaching 10:30 – Response to Industrial Revolution 14:00 – Gregory XVI and Marari Vos 17:30 – Theocracy vs. Catholic moral leadership 21:00 – Definition of Catholic Social Teaching 24:30 – Human flourishing and property ownership 28:00 – Dignity of workers and work conditions 31:30 – Modern implications: AI as a moral issue 35:00 – Market economy vs. socialism 38:30 – Greed, envy, and class warfare 42:00 – Role of unions and political integrity 45:30 – How AI might affect human dignity 49:00 – Solidarity and Subsidiarity explained 52:30 – Common Good and the role of the family

The Caucus of Rank and File Educators (CORE) led by Karen Lewis, a charismatic high school chemistry teacher, was elected to lead the Chicago Teachers Union in 2010. Lewis was a brilliant, transformational labor leader, and CORE developed a forceful form of social justice union organizing they called “organizing for the common good.” They foregrounded the best interests of the child, and they insisted on raising issues beyond wages and benefits, standing up for the arts, libraries, and nurses in every school as well as for the rights of families and the broader community. Among CORE's early initiatives were starting a research department, and moving staff away from exclusively servicing the contract toward ongoing organizing of parents, community members, and teachers together. We're joined by Elizabeth Todd-Breland, an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago and author of both the award winning A Political Education: Black Politics and EducationReform in Chicago Since the 1960s and the recently released memoir, I Didn't Come Here to Lie, written with the late Karen Lewis and published by Haymarket Press.

While Trump is in the Middle East making family business deals, House Republicans today proposed their tax cut bill, with a price tag of nearly $5T, paid for with cuts to Medicaid, food stamps, green energy programs, and everything else DOGE took a chainsaw to. But who actually pays taxes these days? The US is now the world's second largest tax haven, moving ahead of Switzerland, and trailing only the Cayman Islands. Here's my 2021 conversation with CHUCK COLLINS, who directs the Program on Inequality and the Common Good at the Institute for Policy Studies and co-edits their newsletter, Inequality Weekly. We talk about his latest book, THE WEALTH HOARDERS: How Billionaires Pay Millions to Hide Trillions. You can learn more at inequality.org

We have a pope and he's American! Cardinal Robert Prevost from Chicago is now Pope Leo XIV, and his connection to The Holy Post is closer than anyone imagined. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn discuss reactions to the new Pope and the significance of his name. Katelyn Beaty is back to discuss the evolution of the Q Conference, led by Gabe and Rebekah Lyons. Why has an event that started almost 20 years ago with a positive vision of Christian cultural engagement for the common good now shifted to embrace the culture war? And what does it reveal about larger changes within American evangelicalism? Also this week—The Trump administration is accepting refugees into the U.S. again (as long as they are white), the Quakers are on the move, caterpillar flair, and baby girl Bible names. Holy Post Plus: Ad-Free Version of this Episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/128874502/   0:00 - Show Starts   3:25 - Theme Song   3:45  - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.   4:50  - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at https://www.rocketmoney.com/HOLYPOST   6:40 - Bone Collector Caterpillar   12:10 - What Did Tariffs Do?   22:50 - Quakers are on the Move!   27:17 - Chicago Pope!   45:47 - Sponsor - BetterHelp - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off your first month   46:56 - Sponsor - Brooklyn Bedding - Brooklyn Bedding is offering up to 30% off sitewide for our listeners when you use promocode HOLYPOST! Go to https://www.brooklynbedding.com/HOLYPOST   48:00 - Interview   52:40 - What is the Q Conference?   1:02:44 - How Has the Q Conference Shifted?   1:12:18 - Ethics vs Pragmatism   1:21:23 - Responding to the Change in Evangelicalism   1:32:55 - End Credits   Links from News Segment: Bone Collector Caterpillar! https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/carnivorous-bone-collector-caterpillars-wear-corpses-as-camouflage/   Quakers on the March! https://apnews.com/article/quakers-protest-march-trump-immigration-crackdown-af1ae4a3a608e59f97c96c8b7cf660a2?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/religion Other Resources: What Happened to the Q Conference: https://katelynbeaty.substack.com/p/what-happened-to-q-conference-thinq-media-speakers   Quakers March to Protest Trump's Immigration Crackdown https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/may/11/quakers-march-protest-trump-immigration-crackdown   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square with Natasha CrainJoin Educate for Life Radio and Kevin Conover as he interviews Natasha Crain about standing for Christian values in our fallen world. Learn more about how to stand firm in the faith amidst opposition to biblical worldview. . This episode first aired 5/12/25

Luke discusses a recent Christian Nationalist poll that indicated a higher priority of the problem of immigration rather than the sin of abortion, and reacts to a video of Dr. Stephen Wolfe's "In Defense of the Common Good" which Luke believes is more akin to an HOA board meeting rather than a case for a Christian nation. 

Michael Sandel teaches political philosophy at Harvard University. His writings – on justice, ethics, democracy, and markets – have been translated into more than 30 languages. His course ‘Justice' is the first Harvard course to be made freely available online and on television, being viewed by tens of millions worldwide. Michael has served on the President's Council on Bioethics and is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Michael's books relate enduring themes of political philosophy to the most vexing moral and civic questions of our time. His most recent works are ‘The Tyranny of Merit: Can We Find the Common Good?' and ‘Democracy's Discontent: A New Edition for Our Perilous Times'. In this podcast we discuss Sandel's intellectual journey, post-Cold War disillusionment, critique of meritocracy, and much more.    Follow us here for more amazing insights: https://macrohive.com/home-prime/ https://twitter.com/Macro_Hive https://www.linkedin.com/company/macro-hive

Hello,Kindly listen to the teaching titled SPIRITUAL GIFTS FOR THE COMMON GOOD (1 Corinthians 12:7-10) by Rev. Barbra Mugisha from the Lunch Hour service on Thursday, 8th May 2025

In this conversation, we welcome fan favorite, Byron Borger, back to the podcast. Along with host Daniel Johnson, they discuss the importance of reading as an embodied experience, the significance of seasonal reading aligned with the liturgical calendar, and the recent resurgence of work and faith materials. He emphasizes the challenges college graduates face transitioning into the workforce and the importance of integrating faith into their work lives. The podcast also highlights various books that can aid in this transition and the necessity of community support for maintaining faith post-college. In this conversation, Byron discusses the importance of balancing vocation and rest, the beauty of nature as explored through literature, and the need for community engagement in environmental care. They highlight books that inspire readers to appreciate creation, engage in ecological restoration, and reflect on personal narratives through memoirs. The discussion emphasizes the interconnectedness of faith, nature, and personal growth, encouraging listeners to explore these themes in their own lives.We encourage you to purchase your books at Heartsandminds Bookstore. Learn more about them here = https://www.heartsandmindsbooks.com/ List of books:After College by Erica Young Reitz (2025, InterVarsity Press)Serious Dreams: Bold Ideas for the Rest of Your Life edited by Byron Borger (2015, Square Halo Books)The Call: Finding and Fulfilling God's Purpose for Your Life by Os Guinness (2003, Thomas Nelson)Visions of Vocation: Common Grace for the Common Good by Steven Garber (2014, IVP Books)Why Your Work Matters: How God Uses Our Everyday Vocations to Transform Us, Our Neighbors, and the World by Tom Nelson (2025, Made to Flourish)Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work by Timothy Keller and Katherine Leary Alsdorf (2012, Dutton)The Sacredness of Secular Work: Four Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity by Jordan Raynor (2025, WaterBrook)Go Forth: God's Purpose for Your Work by Redeemer City to City (2025, Redeemer City to City)Birds in the Sky and Fish in the Sea by Matthew Dickerson (2025, Square Halo Books)Refugee of Faith: Seeking Hidden Shelters, Ordinary Wonders, and the Healing of the Earth by Deborah Rienstra (2025, Fortress Press)Backpacking with the Saints: Wilderness Hiking as a Spiritual Practice by Belden Lane (2015, Oxford University Press)Reconciliation in a Michigan Watershed: Restoring Kenoshae by Gail Hefner and David Warners (2025, Michigan State University Press)Beyond Stewardship: New Approaches to Creation Care edited by David Warners (2025, Calvin College Press)The Beauty of Dusk: On Vision Lost and Found by Frank Bruni (2022, Avid Reader Press)Mr. Oweita's Guide to Gardening: How I Learned the Unexpected Joy of a Green Thumb and an Open Heart by Carol Wall (2014, G.P. Putnam's Sons)God Struck: Seven Women and Their Religious Conversions by Kelsey Osgood (2025, HarperOne)Chapters:00:00 The Embodied Experience of Reading04:29 Seasonal Reading and the Church Calendar09:54 Navigating Work and Faith16:50 Books for Transitioning Graduates24:13 The Importance of Community in Transition27:04 The Balance of Work and Rest28:01 Exploring Nature Through Literature30:16 Creating Habitats and Healing the Earth31:42 Wilderness as a Spiritual Practice36:09 Community Engagement and Environmental Stewardship42:23 Reconciliation Ecology and Creation Care43:30 Memoirs and Personal Stories52:25 Summer Reading Recommendations

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Melissa Rogers joins the podcast for a conversation about how each of us can take steps to promote religious freedom and the common good in the United States today. After leading the White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships in the Obama and Biden administrations, she shares her inside perspective on government, where we are right now, and how people can truly make an impact. Our religious freedom protects everyone's right to bring their faith to the public square, and you won't want to miss this conversation about opportunities we have as Americans to engage government at all levels and express ourselves in the face of injustice.    SHOW NOTES Segment 1 (starting at 00:38): The genius of our constitutional protections for religious freedom Melissa Rogers served as the executive director of the White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships in the Obama and Biden administrations. You can click here to read her extensive biography. She is the author of Faith in American Public Life, published in 2019. She has been on two earlier BJC podcasts: Respecting Religion, S2, Ep. 06: What's next? The Biden administration and religious liberty (2020) The Dangers of Christian Nationalism series, episode 9: Religious freedom, church-state law and Christian nationalism (2019), alongside Rabbi David Saperstein. You also can watch a video of that podcast.  NOTE: On April 21, we released a special podcast episode recorded at the same time as this conversation, focusing on the case of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia and the rule of law. Click here to hear that portion of the conversation.    Segment 2 (starting at 10:09): Our current moment as a country Here are links with more information from this portion of the conversation:  Melissa discussed the work of the federal government to protect places of worship. Protecting Houses of Worship is a helpful resource on this topic from the CISA (the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the Department of Homeland Security).  She also mentioned the Biden-Harris administration's work on countering hate. One example is the United We Stand Summit in 2022: Taking Action to Prevent and Address Hate-Fueled Violence and Foster Unity. Click here to read more about the summit, or click here to watch the full summit proceedings. In addition, the Biden-Harris administration released the U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism in 2023, and the U.S. National Strategy to Counter Islamophobia and Anti-Arab Hate in 2024. Learn more about BJC's Christians Against Christian Nationalism campaign at ChristiansAgainstChristianNationalism.org.   Segment 3 (starting 16:52): Practical ways to take action  Here are a few resources and organizations to connect with if you are interested in responding to governmental actions, including by sharing information about their impact on you or your community:  DOGE cuts: Have you been impacted by DOGE cuts? Share your story with the Center for American Progress Article published by The Century Foundation: We Led Federal Agencies. Here Are 10 Ways That President Trump and Elon Musk's Attacks on Federal Workers Will Hurt You by Mark Zuckerman, Julie Su, Lauren McFerran, Gayle Goldin, Rachel West, Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Ruth Friedman, Carole Johnson, Viviann Anguiano, Kayla Patrick and Loredana Valtierra Information on various lawsuits challenging governmental actions: Melissa mentioned the lawsuit challenging the recission of the “sensitive locations” guidance as a violation of religious freedom protections under the federal Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA). Read more about the lawsuit on our website, which is being led by Democracy Forward. Another lawsuit on sensitive locations is also being pursued by a group led by the Institute for Congressional Advocacy and Protection.  You can find more information about this and other pending lawsuits here: Updates from Democracy Forward  Just Security's litigation tracker  Legal actions of CREW (Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington) Resource on how to protect democracy: Protecting Democracy's Faithful Fight Toolkit Interested in calling your congressional representatives about issues you care about? Here's how you can find their contact information:  Click here to find your representative in the U.S. House Click here to find your U.S. Senators Respecting Religion is made possible by BJC's generous donors. Your gift to BJC is tax-deductible, and you can support these conversations with a gift to BJC.

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At the heart of downtown Dallas lies Thanks-Giving Square—a place designed to inspire gratitude, foster interfaith understanding, and call an entire city toward the common good. In this episode, George Mason sits down with Kyle Ogden, President and CEO of The Thanks-Giving Foundation, to talk about the Square's origins, its bold civic vision, and its evolving role in today's divided cultural landscape. Together, they explore how gratitude functions as a foundational virtue, why nonprofits matter in a healthy democracy, and what it means to shift from personal success to public significance. Kyle also shares his own story of professional transition—from leading a family business to helping reshape Dallas through civic reflection, spiritual hospitality, and the quiet power of place.Kyle Ogden is the President and CEO of The Thanks-Giving Foundation, where he leads efforts to cultivate gratitude, bridge community divides, and promote human flourishing in the city of Dallas.

This week, Michael Sandel, professor of political philosophy at Harvard University and author of “The Tyranny of Merit: What’s Become of the Common Good?” addresses the myth of meritocracy - the idea that, if all chances in life were made equal, then people would advance based on merit and succeed as far as their talent and effort would take them. Less acknowledged, Sandel says, is the role of luck; family, teachers, neighbors, time and place in success. Shifting from a merit-based perspective and appreciating the contingency in life, fosters a much deeper understanding and humility towards those who are less fortunate. 

Trump's "Home Grown" Attack on US Citizens. Trump told the El Salvadorian President he would need to build five more prisons where Trump could send American Citizens that he wants to deport.  And, he said that he doesn't know what the laws are concerning his ability to deport US Citizens to an El Salvadorian prison.  Robb's nomination for who had "The Dumbest Week in the Administration."  Doug Pagitt and Robb Ryerse will discuss that sick reality and the rest of the week's news as Trump continues to harm the country through foolishness, ignorance, and arrogance.  

What does it really mean to be gifted?Walk with us through Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 12 to help us rediscover the source, purpose, and power of the spiritual gifts. In a world obsessed with talent and platform, Paul reminds the church that the Holy Spirit gives gifts not for status, but for service.Through the lens of Scripture—and with insight from all three persons of the Trinity—we see that spiritual gifts are given by God, through the Spirit, for the common good of the body. The gifts are not something we earn or manufacture, but manifestations of the Spirit's presence among us.

Today we are hearing more and more from those in power about "the common good," yet history and scripture reveal the sinister agenda of this buzzword as another term for the image of the Beast. Today we will see where this common good comes from, and the agents of the Beast in action shaping the world for the ultimate outcome. TIMESTAMPS:* 00:00 - Montage* 21:54 - Introduction & Housekeeping* 36:55 - PART 1: Bread & Circuses* 1:46:31 - PART 2: Culture Shaping* 3:00:06 - Response to Mar Mari on the Sabbath* 4:01:19 - PART 3: Signs & Wonders* 4:31:44 - PART 4: Double Minded* 4:58:03 - PART 5: Dialectics* 5:55:37 - PART 6: The Jews* 8:19:30 - PART 7: The Image* 10:04:20 - Final Thoughts This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.danceoflife.com/subscribe

On this episode of Anchored, CLT's Brand Marketing Manager Taryn Boyes is joined by Aryanna Highfill and Kate Creecy to discuss their experience participating in the National Home School Speech and Debate League, STOA. They discuss the array of skills STOA helped them develop, dive into how it shaped their high school experience, and share how it prepared them for their college years and beyond. They also discuss how to approach the competitive aspect of speech and debate.

An interview with Dr. Jonathan McIntosh on several of his presentations at The George Buchanan Forum. We discuss errors in Calvin's view of civil government, and we mention the God-ordained check on abuse and tyranny. We then discuss McIntosh's outline of a classical or Thomistic natural law tradition approach to libertarianism, and his critique of the Aristotelian-Thomist view of politics. We also discuss the neglected figurative or typological character of old covenant civil law by scholastic thinkers. We conclude with information about The George Buchanan Forum and other articles from McIntosh.https://reformedlibertarians.com/023Main Points of Discussion00:00 Introduction00:32 Episode description01:30 Guest intro and background10:11 Errors of Calvin's view of civil government15:21 Value in such critique and why Calvin's erroneous view is popular19:53 Comments on Reformers vs Calvin and obsta principiis23:03 Natural Law Libertarianism31:59 Moral realism, harm, and double effect39:32 Errors of a Thomist view of politics43:56 Neglected “figurative” or typological character of Mosaic civil law in a scholastic view51:18 Respective specifications of moral and civil law56:00 Errors of an establishmentarian view1:00:21 The George Buchanan forumAdditional Resources:Links for Dr. Jonathan McIntosh- on fb: https://facebook.com/jonathan.mcintosh.161- on x: https://x.com/DrJMcIntosh- blog: https://jonathansmcintosh.wordpress.com - other blog: https://naturallawlibertarian.wordpress.com - His book The Flame Imperishable: Tolkien, St. Thomas, and the Metaphysics of Faerie:https://amazon.com/dp/1621383156 - articles:  "Theonomy, General Equity, and Libertarianism"https://reformedlibertarians.com/theonomy-general-equity-and-libertarianism-by-jonathan-mcintosh/  “Aquinas and Libertarianism: Coercion and the Common Good in the Summa's Definition of Law”https://www.marketsandmorality.com/index.php/mandm/article/view/1587   “The Libertarian Aquinas”https://libertarianchristians.com/2021/04/05/the-libertarian-aquinas/ Links for The George Buchanan Forum- website: https://tgbf.org - on FB: https://facebook.com/TheGeorgeBuchananForum - on X: https://x.com/BuchananForum - on YT: https://youtube.com/@thegeorgebuchananforum6899 - Presentation by Jeremy Bunch on “George Buchanan & Scots Reformed Resistance Theory”:https://youtube.com/watch?v=JZcpcYqhs5o The Silence Of St. Thomas, by Josef Pieperhttps://amazon.com/dp/1890318787 On the “School of Salamanca” or late Spanish Scholastics' (early modern Roman Catholic Thomists) economic views:https://mises.org/mises-wire/true-founders-economics-school-salamanca ( See also Alejandro Cafuen's Faith and Liberty: The Economic Thought of the Late Scholasticshttps://store.mises.org/Faith-and-Liberty-The-Economic-Thought-of-the-Late-Scholastics-P170.aspx )A more favorable view of Van Til, contra Aquinashttps://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc745/ ( See the full course on the Doctrine of Revelation by Lane Tipton here:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt5DwS6MFoBBE-_RkMx4umfvDlligzvj1 )The 1st presentation discussed: “Evaluating Calvin: A Critique of On Civil Government,” by Jonathan McIntoshhttps://youtube.com/watch?v=DS9RW3e7eMQ The Reformed Political Resistance bibliographyhttps://tinyurl.com/RefoPoliResistBib Johannes Althusius rightly contradicts Calvin on political and domestic abuse in Politica, chapter 18, section 105https://oll.libertyfund.org/titles/althusius-politica#lf0002_footnote_nt_293_ref Rutherford in Lex Rex under question 23, explains that there is no God-given requirement to suffer abuse or tyrannyhttps://books.google.com/books?id=SK8rAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA111 The 2nd presentation discussed: “Towards a Natural Law Libertarianism,” by Jonathan McIntoshhttps://youtube.com/watch?v=TSQvD9wNXCg ( See also: “Why We Need To Get Serious About Natural Rights,” by Jonathan McIntoshhttps://youtube.com/watch?v=3aO0L1q4CUc David VanDrunen on “What Is Natural Law?”https://credomag.com/article/what-is-natural-law/ Aggression vs harm: “How Do Libertarians Define Crime?,” by Kerry Baldwinhttps://mereliberty.com/lci/how-do-libertarians-define-crime/ On the Doctrine of Double Effecthttps://plato.stanford.edu/entries/double-effect/ Writings by Herman Dooyeweerdhttps://herman-dooyeweerd.blogspot.com The 3rd presentation discussed: “Figuratively Speaking: the Old Testament, Natural Law, and Libertarianism,” by Jonathan McIntoshhttps://youtube.com/watch?v=97OvUMcYKTk Economic and political essays by Frederic Bastiathttps://mises.org/library/book/bastiat-collection For A New Liberty by Murray Rothbardhttps://mises.org/library/book/new-liberty-libertarian-manifesto The Ethics Of Liberty by Murray Rothbard- text: https://cdn.mises.org/The%20Ethics%20of%20Liberty%2020191108.pdf - audio: https://mises.org/podcasts/ethics-liberty “Against Civil Establishment Of Religion,” by Gregory Baushttps://reformedliber...

Marc Sims talks with Marrianne McMullen about her book, and how a person in authority can deal with a problem employee.Marrianne McMullen is author of Persuasive: 40 Lessons in Communicating for the Common Good.

How The Trump Admin and Elon Musk's Foolishness Hurts Us All - The Common Good Podcast  Doug Pagitt and Robb Ryerse talk about the week's news that Trump continues to harm the country due to foolishness, ignorance and arrogance. Elon Musk shows why he has no business in Government. 

Episode Topic: Generosity & Medicine with physicians Sneha Mantri, MD, MS and Abraham Nussbaum, MD As part of the Virtues & Vocations series Education for Flourishing: Conversations on Character & the Common Good, we are pleased to welcome Sneha Mantri, MD, MS, physician and director of Medical Humanities at Duke University School of Medicine, and Abraham Nussbaum, MD, physician, Chief Education Officer at Denver Health, and an author of several books, including the recently released Progress Notes. Mantri and Nussbaum wrote essays on generosity for the fall issue of the Virtues & Vocations magazine. Listen in on a discussion of their essays and others from the issue, American healthcare, and medical education.Featured Speakers:Suzanne Shanahan, Leo and Arlene Hawk Executive Director and Professor of the Practice at Notre Dame's Center for Social ConcernsSneha Mantri, MD, MS, physician and director of Medical Humanities at Duke University School of Medicine,Abraham Nussbaum, MD, physician, Chief Education Officer at Denver HealthRead this episode's recap over on the University of Notre Dame's open online learning community platform, ThinkND: https://go.nd.edu/92fe62.This podcast is a part of the ThinkND Series titled Virtues & Vocations. Thanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles, courses, and other resources to inspire minds and spark conversations on topics that matter to you — everything from faith and politics, to science, technology, and your career. Learn more about ThinkND and register for upcoming live events at think.nd.edu. Join our LinkedIn community for updates, episode clips, and more.

In this webinar entitled AI and Sin: Medieval Robots and the Theology of Technology, hosted by the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Jordan Joseph Wales offer their insights into the promises and challenges of Artificial Intelligence. (April 5, 2025)Christopher M. Reilly, ThDAI and Sin: How Today's Technology Motivates EvilChristopher M. Reilly writes and speaks in regard to a Christian response to advanced technology, and he has written numerous articles on bioethics and moral theology and philosophy. Chris holds a doctor of theology degree and three masters degrees in philosophy, theology, and public affairs. He resides in the greater Washington, DC region. His website is ChristopherMReilly.com. Chris is Associate Director of ITEST.AbstractArtificial intelligence technology (AI) motivates persons' engagement in sin. With this startling argument drawn from Catholic theology and technological insight, Christopher M. Reilly, Th.D. takes on both critics and proponents of AI who see it as essentially a neutral tool that can be used with good or bad intentions. More specifically, Reilly demonstrates that AI strongly encourages the vice of instrumental rationality, which in turn leads the developers, producers, and users of AI and its machines toward acedia, one of the “seven deadly sins.”Jordan Joseph Wales, PhDResponse: Medieval Robots and the ​Theology of TechnologyJordan Wales is the Kuczmarski Professor of Theology at Hillsdale College. With degrees in engineering, cognitive science, and theology, his scholarship focuses on early Christianity as well as contemporary theological questions relating to artificial intelligence. He is a member of the AI Research Group for the Holy See's Centre for Digital Culture, under the Dicastery for Culture and Education; a fellow of the Centre for Humanity and the Common Good; and a fellow of the International Society for Science and Religion.AbstractMedieval theologians and storytellers grappled with humankind's tendency to confine our aims to what a technology can represent rather than to situate that technology within the wider horizon of the human journey to God. Responding to Dr. Reilly, I draw on legends of robots that illustrate a theological approach to AI as a perilous but also potent instrument mediating between human volition and our natural and social environment. In their diverging outcomes, these texts suggest paths toward a more humane positioning of AI within our lives.Webinar resourcesChris Reilly's ResourcesRadio interview on Relevant Radio, Trending with Timmerie: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-reason-acedia–64575876Book – AI and Sin: How Today's Technologies Motivate Evil: https://enroutebooksandmedia.com/aiandsin/Chris Reilly's website: https://christophermreilly.com/Chapter – “Seven Christian Principles for Thriving with Artificial Intelligence”: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5e3ada1a6a2e8d6a131d1dcd/t/66bb63fdcdba62679b200277/1723556861413/Artificial+Intelligence-1.pdfJordan Wales' Resources“What Will a Future with Androids among Us Look Like”: https://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/what-will-a-future-with-androids-among-us-look-like/“The Image and the Idol: A Theological Reflection on AI Bias”: https://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/the-image-and-the-idol-a-theological-reflection-on-ai-bias/“Encountering Artificial Intelligence: Ethical and Anthropological Investigations”: https://jmt.scholasticahq.com/article/91230-encountering-artificial-intelligence-ethical-and-anthropological-investigations

It's a crime many thought was a relic of decades past. But South Australian police have charged a man … with sacrilege.In an election campaign dominated by cost-of-living pressures, energy supplies, and an assertive China, is there any room for religion as a political issue?Paying extra on a loan is also known as usury. It's an ancient concept with Biblical roots.GUESTS:Professor JOSHUA ROOSE of the Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation.Dr RENAE BARKER is a senior lecturer specialising in law and religion at the University of Western Australia.PETER KURTI of the Centre for Independent Studies. His paper, co-authored with Ian Harper is Interest, Usury and the Common Good.

Australia's Reserve Bank has left interest rates on hold. In an election, especially, interest rates are always a political challenge.But paying extra on a loan is also known as usury. It's an ancient concept with Biblical roots.GUEST:PETER KURTI is co-author of a new paper for the Centre for Independent Studies. It's called Interest, Usury and the Common Good.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/0jUZKIoyDPY  In this episode of Liberalism in Question, Rob sits down with historian and journalist Simon Heffer to explore the rich and complex history of liberalism. From the intellectual breakthroughs of the Scottish Enlightenment to the enduring influence of Adam Smith, we trace the evolution of liberal thought and its impact on modern society. How did thinkers like David Hume, Adam Smith, and John Stuart Mill shape the principles of individual liberty, free markets, and limited government? What challenges has liberalism faced over the centuries, and how has it adapted? Join us for a deep dive into the historical roots of classical liberalism.

Today, we sit down with author and apologist Natasha Crain to discuss her new book, "When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square," and how Christians need to equip themselves to answer whatever questions culture hurls at them. We discuss how parents need to be more active in discipling their children to prepare them for the modern culture. We also ask the question of what having a biblical worldview actually means, and Natasha gives us some insight on how Christians can uphold their biblical principles in an increasingly hostile public square. Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to sharethearrows.com for tickets now! Buy Natasha's new book, "When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square": https://a.co/d/6Qo2Air Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (00:57) Natasha Crain intro (05:00) Answering hard apologetics questions (09:36) Training and discipling kids in the church (13:40) What is a biblical worldview?  (19:10) Maintaining a biblical worldview in the culture (29:44) Should Christians want power?  (40:39) Persevering in the public square --- Today's Sponsors: A'del — Try A'del's hand-crafted, artisan, small-batch cosmetics and use promo code ALLIE 25% off your first time purchase at AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Good Ranchers — Go to GoodRanchers.com and subscribe to any of their boxes (but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box) and get free bacon, ground beef, seed oil free chicken nuggets, or salmon in every order for a year. Plus, you'll get $40 off when you use my code ALLIE at checkout. Cozy Earth - Go to CozyEarth.com/RELATABLE and use code “RELATABLE” for up to 40% off Cozy Earth's best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more! Masa Chips — Go to MasaChips.com and use promo code ALLIEB for a discount on your first time order of seed oil free tortilla chips! --- Related Episodes: Ep 1162 | SkinnyTok, the iPad Pacifier & Paula White's New Scam https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1162-skinnytok-the-ipad-pacifier-paula-whites-new-scam/id1359249098?i=1000701152306 Ep 1144 | The Theological Errors of Gentle Parenting | Guest: Abbie Halberstadt https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1144-the-theological-errors-of-gentle-parenting/id1359249098?i=1000694482757 Ep 863 | What Happened to Millennials? | Guest: Dr. George Barna https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-863-what-happened-to-millennials-guest-dr-george-barna/id1359249098?i=1000625997113 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Holy Spirit bestows unique spiritual gifts upon believers for the purpose of serving others and strengthening the church community. These gifts, including wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing, and prophecy, all flow from one Spirit but manifest differently in each person. While doubt and fear often hold people back from utilizing these gifts, the key is understanding that effectiveness comes from God's power, not personal ability. The focus should be on making ourselves available as vessels for God's work rather than questioning our capabilities.

Author and speaker Natasha Crain joins Pastor Jack to discuss her newest book, "When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square." Natasha Crain is a national speaker, author, and podcaster whose passion is helping Christians think more clearly about holding to a biblical worldview in a secular culture. She writes and speaks about various related subjects, including apologetics, theology, culture, politics, and parenting. Her new book highlights how the cultural hostility toward Christianity has intensified and how many Christians have grown reluctant to advocate for biblical values in the public square. But our perseverance for the common good—a good defined by God alone—is more important than ever in a culture that embraces darkness. CONNECT WITH NATASHA:Website: https://natashacrain.com/Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3wnzfnf5Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natashacrainauthor/Book: https://tinyurl.com/4sfju34k (00:00) Natasha Crane Discusses Faith and Culture(12:30) Understanding Belief in a Generic God(19:02) The Role of Christians in Politics(25:48) Understanding Cultural Influence and Righteousness(40:39) The Pursuit of Happiness and Morality(44:39) The Battle for InnocenceCONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK:Website: https://jackhibbs.com/ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2FCyXpO Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WZBWV0 YouTube:  https://bit.ly/437xMHn DAZE OF DECEPTION BOOK:https://jackhibbs.com/daze-of-deception/CALLED TO TAKE A BOLD STAND PRE-ORDER:https://tinyurl.com/33d5dpaj Did you know we have a Real Life Network? Sign up for free for more exclusive content:https://bit.ly/3CIP3M99

This episode is a recording of the lecture delivered on February 20th by Dr. R.J. Snell at the University Catholic Center of UT Austin. While the term acedia may be unfamiliar, the vice, usually translated as sloth, is all too common. Sloth is not mere laziness, however, but a disgust with reality, a loathing of our call to be friends with God, and a spiteful, bored hatred of place and life itself. As described by Josef Pieper, the slothful person does not “want to be as God wants him to be, and that ultimately means he does not wish to be what he really, fundamentally is.” Sloth is a hellish despair. Our own culture is deeply infected, choosing a destructive freedom rather than the good work for which God created us. But we can resist despair and can reconfigure our imaginations and practices in deep love of the life and work given by God. By feasting, keeping sabbath, and working well, we learn to see the world as enchanting, beautiful, and good—just as God sees it. R.J. Snell is Director of Academic Programs. Prior to his appointment at the Witherspoon Institute, he was for many years Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Philosophy Program at Eastern University and the Templeton Honors College, where he founded and directed the Agora Institute for Civic Virtue and the Common Good.

Today I'm responding to an X post from author and speaker Preston Sprinkle:“My political theology has allowed me to be so hopeful in this political season. I reject the empire, yet submit to it, because Jesus is king. I embrace and celebrate Christ's multiethnic kingdom and the many ways we are spreading good in the world. Christians should not be captivated by the binary political playing field that's been handed to us by Babylon.”I evaluate his frequent political claim that Christians are like exiles in Babylon (an analogy that fails greatly) and address why this quote represents an unbiblical view of politics.Get my new book When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square here: https://www.amazon.com/When-Culture-Hates-You-Persevering/dp/0736984313

Author, podcaster, and blogger Natasha Crain motivates and equips Christians to defend Christian values despite the hostility of the culture. She shares about the calling of Christians to stand up for the common good in the public square, even when it goes against the cultural understanding of good. Learn how to persevere in the darkness and take action to spread the light of Christ. For a gift of any amount, get a copy of Natasha Crain's When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square. Learn how to respond to the culture as people of God. Focus on the Family’s The Daily Citizen provides a faith-based perspective to counter the mainstream media’s anti-Christian bias. The publication exists to provide timely, relevant analysis of current events and cultural trends all from a biblical worldview. Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God. Hear about The Case for Life by Scott Klusendorf in his conversation with Jim on ReFOCUS with Jim Daly. Hear more about sharing Christ's love with your enemies through Virginia Prodan's episode on ReFOCUS with Jim Daly. She'll sharing the shocking story of converting her would-be assassin. Donate Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

As cultural hostility toward Christianity intensifies, many Christians have grown more reluctant to advocate for biblical values in the public square. But our perseverance for the common good—a good defined by God alone—is more important than ever in a culture that embraces darkness. Join Dr. Jeff as he chats with Natasha Crain and the call for Christians to unashamedly pursue righteousness in society out of our love for others. They discuss what it looks like to imitate Jesus as he models speaking the truth in love to those around him and embodies sacrificial love towards even his enemies.  Listen to every episode of the Dr. Jeff Show wherever you listen to podcasts. For more from Dr. Jeff on YouTube visit http://bit.ly/3flbj2j For more resources from Summit Ministries visit their Resource Library at www.summit.org/resources/

Doug Pagitt and Robb Ryerse discuss what can be done about the hazardous decisions being made by Donald Trump.  They also show what is behind his motivations and worldviews that are so at odds with what is best for the United States and the World.

Memphis may not have any national parks, but our parks are getting national recognition. Whether you visit your neighborhood park or one of the city's signature green spaces, you can celebrate the role that collaboration, innovation, and community-centered planning play in making Memphis a vibrant place to live, work, and play. Two of the newest leaders in this work, Kaci Murley (Overton Park Conservancy) and Marcha Allen (Memphis Parks)share a peak behind the scenes to some of the city's most public spaces. Overton Park Conservancy Old Forest Trails Memphis Parks Previous conversations about parks include S5E4 "Connecting our City through Celebrate What's Right: Public Space for Common Good" and S3E52 "Power of Public Parks" and S5E5 "Preserving and Protecting Land for Generations to Come" City of Memphis Accelerate Memphis Play Your Park (PYP) Spring Break Mane Event Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association Overton Park Shell Metal Museum Tom Lee Park Memphis River Parks Partnership Tennis Memphis Citizens to Protect Overton Park v The State of Tennessee Save the Greensward Bloom 901 Shelby Farms Park Overton Park Conservancy Master Plan Memphis Parks Master Plan Memphis Parks nationally accredited Memphis Zoo Brooks Museum of Art Overton Park research Lester Community Center Get involved with Memphis Parks Get involved with Overton Parks Conservancy This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

SUMMARY Our guest today is James Ruder, former owner of L&R Pallet and current owner of FenceRight, who joins us to share his journey of faith and business transition interviewed by guest podcast hosts Spencer Williams and Jeff Haanen. After years of leading L&R Pallet and implementing transformative hiring practices, James made the difficult decision to sell the company in 2023. In this episode of the Faith & Work Podcast, we explore how selling a business impacts an owner personally, especially when guided by a Kingdom vision. Join us as James reflects on the challenges, emotions, and lessons he's learned—and how his faith continues to shape his work today.  Do you like The Faith & Work Podcast? Be sure to subscribe! Now available on iTunes and Spotify.   HIGHLIGHTS On Selling Your Business: "It was like someone absolutely died. Here we are trying to make a good business decision the smart thing we've talked about, a financial move… it felt like your grandma just died and someone tells you congratulations."  On Kingdom-Minded Work: "How am I going to use this resource that God's given us to minister to the people who walk past my office door every day? He just showed us how the missions field can come to us, we don't have to go to the missions field necessarily…" [Every day was an] “opportunity for impact, what are you going to do with the people that come through your doors?” RESOURCES Download the episode transcript Check out more of the L&R Pallet Story here - FAITH & CO: In The People Business  Get your tickets to Business for the Common Good before they run out!

The Trump-Musk administration thought they could just stomp on us and our Constitution, replacing democracy with a MAGA monarchy.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we were LIVE at the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) Conference in Texas. We had a couple of guests join us today to discuss how to engage the culture with Jesus. Our first guest was Natasha Crain. Natasha is a national speaker, author and blogger. She authored several books including “When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square.” We also had Phil Cooke join in on the conversation. Phil is a media producer, writer, speaker, author and coach who helps creative leaders influence the world! He has authored the book, “Church on Trial: How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis.” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deeply considered examination of the “common good” reconciling Catholic Social Thought with secular politics and philosophy. The Second Vatican Council invites dialogue about the common good as the set of economic, political, legal, and cultural conditions for human flourishing, whether as individuals or as communities. However, some contemporary Catholic authors jeopardize this dialogue by polarizing liberalism and the common good, interpreting the commitment to individual liberty as incompatible with commitment to the common good. Human Dignity and Liberal Politics: Catholic Possibilities for the Common Good (Georgetown UP, 2023) clarifies the meaning of the common good through the three lenses of Aristotelian practical philosophy, twentieth-century Catholic Social Thought, and political liberalism. It makes the case that embracing the common good does not entail a rejection of liberalism, but that a commitment to liberal politics is compatible with faithful adherence to the Catholic tradition. The book argues that liberal political philosophy is not only compatible with Catholic Social Teaching but may also be the most appropriate framework for communicating the richness of the Church's tradition today. Furthermore, accepting political liberalism can facilitate collaboration in political life between those who hold different worldviews and foster an enriched discussion of democracy, human rights, and religious liberty. Students and scholars of Christian ethics and political philosophy will benefit from this response to the challenges of dialogue about the “common good” in the context of the resurgence of this topic. Sam Young is a recent PhD graduate from Cardiff University, specialising in the theological history of European social Catholic movements active during the crisis years of the 1920s and 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Doug, Robb and Dan discuss the tip of the Trump Chaos Iceberg on the Common Good Podcast.   Doug Pagitt is the Executive Director and one of the founders of Vote Common Good. He is also a pastor, author, and social activist.  @pagitt   Robb Ryerse is a pastor, author, and Political Organizer at Vote Common Good. You can find his book about running for congress as a Progressive Republican in Arkansas here: Running For Our Lives  @RobbRyerse   The Common Good Podcast is produced and edited by Daniel Deitrich. @danieldeitrich Our theme music is composed by Ben Grace. @bengracemusic   votecommongood.com votecommongood.com/podcast facebook.com/votecommongood twitter.com/votecommon

Struggling to understand the dynamics of faith, politics, and identity in today's world? Join Shane Claiborne with special guest Doug Pagitt, from Vote Common Good, as they delve deep into the complexities of the recent U.S. election, faith-driven political activism, and the need for open dialogue.  For more information on Doug, visit: https://dougpagitt.com/  Help sustain the work of RLC: www.redletterchristians.org/donate/ To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne

Dr. Philip J. Landrigan is a pediatrician and a public health doctor. He is Professor of Biology, Director of the Program for Global Public Health and the Common Good, and Director of the Global Observatory on Planetary Health at the Schiller Institute for Integrated Science and Society at Boston College. He is also Professor Emeritus of Pediatrics and Preventive Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. In his work, Phil's goal is to better understand how toxic exposures in the environment harm human health. As a pediatrician, he focuses primarily on the impacts on children's health. On the public health side, he aims to harness science to prevent toxic exposures to keep kids healthy and prevent disease. His research has spanned many areas, including the health impacts of lead poisoning, air pollution, pesticides, plastic pollution, and chemical pollution. When he's not working, Phil loves to spend his time outdoors, particularly hiking and kayaking. He is also an avid reader and enjoys spending the evenings sitting down with a good book. Phil completed his undergraduate studies in biology at Boston College and earned his MD from Harvard Medical School. After an internship at Cleveland Metropolitan General Hospital, he completed his residency at Boston Children's Hospital. Phil also earned a MS degree with distinction in Occupational Medicine from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and the University of London. Phil worked at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai before joining the faculty at Boston College. He also spent a sabbatical working at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Phil has earned numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including the Gold Medal for Distinguished Service to Humanity from the National Institute of Social Sciences, Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Council for Science and the Environment, the Lifetime Achievement Award from Healthy Child Healthy World, the Child Health Champion Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Meritorious Service Medal of the U.S. Public Health Service, multiple Commendation Medals from the Navy and Marine Corps, the Secretary of Defense Medal for Outstanding Public Service, the National Defense Service Medal, and many others. He is also an elected member of the National Academy of Medicine and the American Epidemiological Society. In addition, he is an elected Fellow of the American College of Preventive Medicine, New York Academy of Medicine, New York Academy of Sciences, American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, American College of Epidemiology, Royal Society of Medicine, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Send us a textGUEST: NATASHA CRAIN, author, When Culture Hates YouIn speaking to His disciples, Jesus used strong language to describe the reaction the unbelieving world would have to His followers:“If you were of the world, the world would love its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, because of this the world hates you” (John 15:19).Not dislikes you or misunderstands you or is confused by you but “hates you”.Why does the world hate believers? Jesus answers that question: “For everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come to the Light lest his deeds be exposed” (John 3:20). In other words, the Light of Christ is in every true believer and a sanctified life convicts unbelievers of their sin and their alienation from God.Even though the political winds have changed recently in this country, the spiritual winds will always be in the face of Christians. So how can believers obey their call to be salt and light—a preservative to what honors God and a light to the way of salvation? How do we avoid passivity (i.e. removing ourselves from engagement in society) but rather faithfully be an ambassador for Christ?Our guest this weekend is Natasha Crain, the author of a new book and our new featured resource titled, When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square. She writes that the purpose of her book is “to give Christ followers the crucial understanding required to confidently advocate for righteousness in today's increasingly dark and hostile culture.”After laying the theological foundation for engagement, she addresses five hot-button issues of our day that Christians must know how to respond to.Later in the program, we'll hear part 2 of the interview with Pastor Jamie Bambrick, Editor-In-Chief of Clear Truth Media, on How Mis-Prioritized Love Has Contributed to the Decline of Western Civilization.----------------------------------NEW FEATURED RESOURCE for a donation of any amount!When Culture Hates You by Natasha CrainAs cultural hostility toward Christianity intensifies, many Christians have grown more reluctant to advocate for biblical values in the public square. But our perseverance for the common good—a good defined by God alone—is more important than ever in a culture that embraces darkness.When Culture Hates You is a call for Christians to unashamedly pursue righteousness in society out of our love for others.256 pgs, softcover [retail $18.99] This is a Worldview Partners “Featured Resource” so it will be automatically mailed.

Business drives human flourishing like nothing else can. Imagine what is possible when the human, social, financial, and spiritual capital released through business is directed by a vision of the common good.Today, we talk to Jeff Hoffmeyer, VP for Advancement at the Denver Institute For Faith and Work about what this practically looks like.Learn more about Denver Institute here: https://www.denverinstitute.org/Register for the Business for Common Good Conference here: https://www.denverinstitute.org/business-for-the-common-good/--Interested in joining our Kinetic Man weekly online Zoom call? Get more info here: https://thekineticman.com/Join our Kinetic Man Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekineticman ⁠⁠⁠Know someone who would make a great guest on our podcast? Let us know! ⁠⁠Email: takeaction@thekineticman.com⁠

Greg chats with Natasha Crain, author of When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square, about navigating conflicts with the culture, where our differences lie, Christian Nationalism, critical theory, and more.   Topics: Interview: Natasha Crain, author of When Culture Hates You (00:00) Mentioned on the Show:  When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square by Natasha Crain Natasha Crain's website Natasha Crain's books Wesley Huff on Joe Rogan

My new book, When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square, is out TODAY! In this brief episode, I tell you a bit about the book and answer the question some are asking: Does the culture actually hate Christians?GET YOUR COPY TODAY!Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/When-Culture-Hates-You-Persevering/dp/0736984313ChristianBook.com: https://www.christianbook.com/culture-persevering-christians-hostile-public-square/9780736984317/pd/984311?event=BRSRCG|PSEN

As we strive to be saints in the making, Father Dave welcomes Daryl Grigsby to highlight holy men and women from his new book, “Catholics for the Common Good: An Eternal Offering.”   

Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In this episode, Becket Cook welcomes back Natasha Crain to discuss her new book, "When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square." They explore why society increasingly opposes Christianity, the role of faith in politics, the fight for biblical justice, and how Christians can boldly engage in the public square without fear. Natasha's Book https://natashacrain.com The Becket Cook Show Ep. 188 This Episode of The Becket Cook Show is available on YouTube Join the Patreon! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

A cultural shift seems to be underway, at least within the United States, that is potentially making society more open—perhaps even more positively disposed—to the wisdom of the Catholic social thought tradition. If there is an opportunity for Catholic teachings to have more cultural and political traction now, how should the Church take advantage of it? What counsel can the Church give on complex policy issues like education, immigration, the economy, and foreign policy? Today we discuss the Catholic understanding of the common good and how it is especially relevant in this moment. A listener asks, what is the kingdom of God? 00:00 | Intro 01:41 | Bishop Barron visits a mentor 02:52 | Religion: public or private? 06:56 | Assessing recent shifts in culture 08:09 | Common good vs. utilitarianism 10:49 | Dignity vs. autonomy 14:35 | Common good vs. social justice 18:37 | Common good vs. generic conservatism 21:25 | Nonnegotiable moral principles vs. variable prudential judgments 24:27 | Common good and education 28:23 | Common good and the economy 30:30 | Common good and immigration 33:38 | Common good and foreign policy 35:38 | Listener question: What is the kingdom of God? 37:38 | Join the Word on Fire Institute Links: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.