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Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss a new week's readings in Ecclesiastes. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, SU board member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Master of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. He is an animal lover and is owned by three dogs and a cat. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Carolyn A. Wright preaches for the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, encouraging us to participate in the continuing unfolding of God's plan: "Let us deeply grasp that we are on a journey with God and others and because of our relationship with God, let us each contribute to the fullness of the realization of God's Kingdom through our one precious life in real and substantive ways." Carolyn A. Wright serves on the faculty of Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis, Missouri and teaches in the area of spirituality and ministerial formation. She directs the Theological Field Education program and the Masters of Arts in Pastoral Studies - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd degree program. She holds a Doctor of Ministry degree in Christian Spirituality from Washington Theological Union, a Master of Divinity degree and a Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Direction from Aquinas Institute of Theology. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/09222024 to learn more about Carolyn, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss a new week's readings in Leviticus. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, board member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Masters of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. He is an animal lover and is owned by three small dogs and a cat. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss a new week's readings in Leviticus. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, board member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Master of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

In a recent episode of the Your Radical Truth podcast, hosted by Margaret Mary O'Connor, the remarkable Reverend Maura Bernard revealed her multifaceted journey — a unique fusion of a rock DJ career and a profound calling to priesthood.    This rich narrative traces back to her roots in Washington, DC, where she made waves as an Air Personality of the Year at WBAB, an accolade bestowed upon her by Billboard magazine.   A Dual Identity Unveiled: From Rock DJ to Reverend   Reverend Maura's enthralling career in radio was filled with her interviewing rock stars, covering Grammy Awards, and reporting on Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductions. However, beneath the glamorous exterior of her rock DJ persona, a deeper calling resonated within her. A spiritual tug-of-war unfolded, eventually leading her to pursue a master's degree in theological studies at Washington Theological Union in DC.   A Spiritual Calling Strengthened by Life's Transitions   The passing of Reverend Maura's parents became a poignant turning point in her spiritual journey. During her mother's final days, a profound moment strengthened her connection to spirituality, solidifying her resolve to follow the divine calling she felt persistently.   More at:  www.YourRadicalTruth.com/016-Maura-Bernard  

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss Paul's writings to the Thessalonian church and how he instructs them to live and consider the Lord's coming. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, board member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Master of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. He is an animal lover and is owned by his three dogs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Episode 69 of Messy Jesus Business podcast, with Sister Julia Walsh. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Google Podcasts | Email | RSS | More IN THIS EPISODE In this episode of Messy Jesus Business podcast, Sister Julia Walsh, FSPA, talks with Mary J. Novak, executive director of NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice in Washington, D.C. Mary shares life experiences that proved her power to serve and respond to human suffering. They get into the mess of human oneness and the necessity for collaboration in response to existential threats like the climate crisis and the fragility of democracy. Their conversation explores the Catholic tradition to “meddle in politics,” voting rights and why it's essential for us to focus on strengthening democracy. In answer to Sister Julia's question, “are we called to imagine new systems?” Mary responded, “We all need structures in our lives for us to flourish. Maybe there's a better way for us to put democracy together, but much is still working right.” Mary added that “this is an evolutionary moment, and so how do we keep showing up and how do we surround ourselves with community? Democracy is about participating.” ABOUT THE GUEST Mary J. Novak is the sixth executive director of NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice, and the first lay leader to guide the organization founded by Catholic Sisters 50 years ago. She is also an associate member of the Congregation of St. Joseph. Mary's experience as an organizer and activist as well as a trauma-informed lawyer, educator, chaplain and restorative justice practitioner informs her ability to integrate all aspects of the organization to advance NETWORK's mission. These experiences have also inspired her to initiate a shared leadership model for the first time in NETWORK's history. Together the leadership team is positioning NETWORK for the future, strengthening relationships with partners who serve the common good, and ensuring that the NETWORK community flourishes in the shared pursuit of justice. A graduate of Santa Clara University Law School and Washington Theological Union, Mary also studied theology and spirituality at Santa Clara University. Prior to leading NETWORK, Mary served as associate director of mission integration and a law professor at the Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C. Mary served as Catholic Mobilizing Network's founding board chair and is currently chair of the advisory board for the University of St. Thomas Law School's Initiative on Restorative Justice and Healing. MESSY JESUS BUSINESS is hosted by Sister Julia Walsh.  Produced and edited by Colin Wambsgans. Email us at messyjesusbusiness@gmail.com BE SOCIAL:https://www.facebook.com/MessyJesusBusiness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MessyJesusBusiness Twitter: @messyjesusbiz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/messyjesusbusiness SUPPORT US: https://www.patreon.com/messyjesusbusiness

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss a new week's readings in 2 Samuel. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, board member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Master of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss a new week's readings in Numbers. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, SU Board member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Master of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. He is an animal lover and is owned by two small dogs: Oliver, a 4-year-old Coton d'Tulear, and Enzo, a 1-year-old Bichon Frise. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss a new week's readings in 2 Samuel. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, SU Board member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Masters of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss a new week's readings in 2 Corinthians. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Masters of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, SU Board Member and pastor, as they discuss a new week's readings in Jeremiah. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, SU Board Member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Masters of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, SU-US Board Member and pastor as they discuss a new week's readings in Numbers. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at www.ScriptureUnion.org Featured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, SU-US Board Member and pastor Richard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Masters of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. He is an animal lover and is owned by two small dogs: Oliver, a 4 year old Coton d'Tulear, and Enzo, a 1 year old Bichon Frise. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scriptureunionusa/support

Preaching for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Beth Ford McNamee offers a reflection on embracing our call to be a part of God's unfolding reign of justice: "Consider your calling, Paul says. Can we show up for this upside-down reigning of God? Can we place ourselves in spaces where we are not trying to be first, best, or boasting before God and others? Can we place ourselves instead in marginal spaces, place ourselves in humility before the sacredness of one another, to become people of authentic encounter, kinship, and relationship?" Beth Ford McNamee is Associate Director of Saint Joseph's University (SJU) Campus Ministry, where she oversees local community service, social justice programs, student leadership formation, and a Campus Ministry Associate program. She is a triple graduate of SJU (B.S., Psychology; M.S., Psychology; Ed.D., Higher Education Leadership). She served as a Jesuit Volunteer in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania with Loyola High School, ‘00-‘02, and completed a Masters in Pastoral Studies at Washington Theological Union, ‘06. Her dissertation research ('22) explored influences of Ignatian formation for higher education social justice leadership. She and her spouse Jeremy are busy enjoying life with their 8-year-old son. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/01292023 to learn more about Beth, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

JULIANNE E. WALLACE Of Messengers of Peace: A Liturgy for Our World in the Voices of Merton and Francis Please join us for a special Tuesdays with Merton as we gather to celebrate a liturgy for peace. This service, integrating music, readings, poetry, and reflections from the wisdom of Thomas Merton and St. Francis of Assisi, will provide a moment of reflection during times where peace often seems just out of reach. We invite you to be renewed and nourished in the wisdom of Merton and Francis. Dr. Julianne E. Wallace is Vice President for Mission at Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana. She holds a Doctor of Ministry in Educational Leadership from Virginia Theological Seminary, a Master of Theological Studies in Word and Worship from Washington Theological Union, and a bachelor's in Music Performance from the University of Mary Washington. She has been active in Franciscan higher education for almost twelve years, most recently as Vice President for Mission and Ministry at Alvernia University. She served as Associate Director of Faith Formation, Worship, and Ministry at St. Bonaventure University in New York. She has been an active ITMS member since 2015, site-coordinator for the 2017 Annual Meeting and coordinating the liturgical life at many other ITMS conferences.

Preaching for the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary time, Mary J. Novak encourages us to be a reflection God's justice: "The question almost daily is how are we to act with God's justice in a world that for some of us, is much more comfortable without it? The psalm and the second reading really do provide the essential way. First, the psalm guides us, as does Catholic Social teaching: to center those who are made poor by our systems and structures. And the second reading guides us to pray. We pray for the spiritual freedom called for at the end of the passage in Luke, to serve God and not mammon, the medieval word for the worship of wealth or riches." Mary J. Novak serves as Executive Director of NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice in Washington, D.C. NETWORK was founded 50 years ago by Catholic Sisters to effect structural change at the federal level. Prior to joining NETWORK, Mary served Georgetown University Law Center as a Mission Integrator and Adjunct Professor of Law with a particular focus on Ignatian spirituality and pedagogy at the intersection of psychology, spirituality and the work of justice. Mary studied and trained in theology, spirituality, and spiritual direction at Santa Clara University and the Washington Theological Union. She has extensive experience in pastoral ministry, including the ministry of spiritual direction and circle processes. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/09182022 to learn more about Mary, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

In this episode, Tony Mazurkiewicz, Chaplain for Georgetown University Athletics, joins the conversation. Tony Mazurkiewicz serves as the Georgetown University Chaplain for Athletics and the Senior Advisor of the Georgetown John Main Center for Meditation and Interreligious Dialogue. Prior to his current positions, Tony served as a member of the Carmelite Order as a brother and priest for 15 years, including five years as President of Mount Carmel High School in Chicago, IL. Tony has over 20 years of ministerial and leadership experience in K-12 public and private schools, parishes, retreat centers and prisons. He received his undergraduate degree from Yale University and received his Masters in Divinity degree from the Washington Theological Union. He is a trained Spiritual Director, Mediator, and Enneagram Facilitator who also holds certificates in Carmelite Studies, the Spiritual Exercises and Non-Profit Management.  Tony opens up with a centering down practice. Then Tony and Keith have a conversation about:8:08 - What it means to be the Chaplain for Athletics. 15:55 - University mission integration in athletics, and the inherent challenges it brings. 23:19 - Reflecting on the impact of Tony's role in the athletics department. 26:27 - Leaning in vs. Leaning back in sports and life. 33:14 - Integrating mindfulness into a university community during COVID and beyond. Social Media Mentioned:Twitter: @mindfulsportdocInstagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @johnmaincenterYouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast Websites Mentioned: https://guhoyas.com/https://johnmaincenter.org/www.mindfulsportperformance.org www.enduromind.comRemember to rate our podcast and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Very much appreciated, Keith & Tim

Fr. Roy Lee welcomes inspirational speaker, therapist, and spiritual guide, Gregory F. Bearstop who has helped hundreds of people transform their lives as they journey from alcohol and drug abuse, and dependency to recovery. Bearstop holds a Master of Theological Studies degree from Washington Theological Union and is a certified master addiction counselor. He has been a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor for more than 10 years and a substance abuse counselor for more than 20 years.

From the beginning of the Church on the day of Pentecost just after our Lord ascended back to God, congregational singing and, in particular, hymns have been a part of Christian worship. Two of Christianity's earliest documents, the New Testament letters to the Ephesians and Colossians, use the same trilogy of words to describe the music of Christian worship. Ephesians 5: 18-19 (NRSV) reads, '...but be filled with the Spirit, as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs among yourselves, singing and making melody to the Lord in your hearts...' Colossians 3:16 (NRSV) reads, 'Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God.' Both congregational singing and hymns have had a varied and sometimes controversial history throughout the Church's existence. In the earliest experience of the Church, congregational singing was almost exclusively the music of worship, especially during the times of persecution. After the conversion of Constantine, when the Church gained status, power, and wealth, when Latin became the mandated language of worship, and when monks and priests were often the only people who could read, singing in worship came to be done mostly by choirs. It was not until after the Protestant Reformation, when the mass was rejected as the pattern of worship by numerous Protestant groups and scripture was translated into the languages of the people, that congregational singing once again became the dominant form of music in worship. However, due to the influence of the Calvinist or Reform tradition within the Protestant Reformation, congregational singing was limited to psalmody, being the language of scripture. Hymns, understood as texts having been written by human hands, were looked upon with suspicion. It was only gradually that hymns became accepted back into worship. Once they did, however, collections of them into hymnals came to be the primary worship books of many Protestant denominations. There have been times when the words 'hymn' and 'congregational singing' have been synonymous. When the global evangelism and mission efforts began in the 1800s, hymns were the most useful resource for proclamation, worship, and discipleship efforts. With the rise of seeker-oriented worship services in the 1980s and 1990s, a sharp distinction was made between hymns, seen as a part of traditional worship and choruses, preferred by seeker-oriented services. As degrees in church music have developed, courses in hymnology have been required and for nearly one hundred years, a Society, The Hymn Society, has been devoted to the hymn. Recently The Hymn Society formalized a project that was always an understood dimension of The Hymn Society's efforts--The Center for Congregational Song. My guests help us to understand more fully the hymn, its definitions and uses, and the work both of The Hymn Society and The Center for Congregational Song. J. Michael McMahon has served as Executive Director of The Hymn Society since September 1, 2018. An ordained minister of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Mike is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, holds a Master of Divinity degree from the Washington Theological Union, a Master of Arts degree in liturgical studies from the University of Notre Dame, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from The Catholic University of America. From 2001 until 2013 Mike served as President and CEO of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM). For nearly thirty years he worked in full-time church ministry, most recently from 2013 to 2018 as Minister of Music at National City Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Washington, D.C. Prior to 2001 Mike served churches in Virginia and Delaware as a full-time pastoral minister in the areas of music, worship, and Christian initiation. In addition to his full-time work as a pastoral minister, music director,

Private conversations made public for you to explore ideas with us. Ilia and I discuss the pioneering work of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, life and death, the power of love and being 'pilgrims from the future'.  Ilia Delio, OSF holds the Josephine C. Connelly Endowed Chair in Theology at Villanova Universe. She is the author of twenty-two books and numerous articles. Prior to Villanova she taught at Georgetown University where she was the Haub Director of Catholic Studies and Washington Theological Union. She lectures nationally and internationally on various topics in Science and Religion, including religion and evolution, consciousness and complexity, integral ecology and artificial intelligence. Tim Freke is a philosopher and author of 35 books, translated into more than 15 languages, including a Sunday Times bestseller and Daily Telegraph 'Book of the Year'. He is one of ‘The 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People’ on the 2020 list in Watkins Magazine (# 50). He is the founder of ‘Unividualism’, which combines evolutionary science and deep spirituality to offer a visionary new understanding of the nature of reality and the purpose of life. He leads experiential Deep Awakening retreats internationally. https://timfreke.com

Ira Pastor, ideaXme exponential health ambassador and founder of Bioquark, interviews Sister Ilia Delio PhD. OSF, a Franciscan Sister (Order of St Francis of Washington, DC) who holds the Josephine C. Connelly Endowed Chair in Theology at Villanova University. Ira Pastor Comments: On previous shows, as we've spent time discussing the bio-architecture of life, we have spent time at various levels of this unique hierarchy, from the very, very small (as we've delved into topics like quantum biology), to the very large (as we discussed themes like chronobiology), and a lot of domains in between: the genome, micro-biome, systems biology, etc. Today, however, we are going to further and deeper than we've ever been before. Sister Ilia Delio, PhD Dr. / Sister Ilia Delio PhD. OSF, is a Franciscan Sister (Order of St Francis of Washington, DC) and holds the Josephine C. Connelly Endowed Chair in Theology at Villanova University. A native of Newark, NJ, she earned a B.S. in Biology from DeSales University, a masters degree in Biology at Seton Hall, and a doctorate in pharmacology from Rutgers University-School of Healthcare and Biomedical Sciences (with specialization in neuro-toxicology, with an emphasis on neuromuscular disease) and she wrote her dissertation on axonal dysfunction in an experimental model of Lou Gehrig's (ALS) disease. She then moved, during her post-doc period, to obtain a doctorate in historical theology from Fordham University, NY. Following graduation from Fordham, she taught in Science and Religion at Trinity College, Hartford, CT. For the next twelve years, she was Professor and Chair of Spirituality Studies at Washington Theological Union, where she taught courses in the History of Christianity, Franciscan theology, and Science and Religion. She then became a Senior Research Fellow at Woodstock Theological Center, Georgetown University concentrating in Science and Religion. She is the recipient of a Templeton Course in Science and Religion awardand the author of seventeen books, including The Unbearable Wholeness of Being,which won the 2014 Silver Nautilus Award and a Catholic Press Association Book Award. Other books include Care for Creation, The Emergent Christ, and Making All Things New: Catholicity, Cosmology and Consciousness,nominated for the 2018 Grawemeyer award. She lectures nationally and internationally on topics including evolution, artificial intelligence, consciousness, culture and religion. The Intersection of Science and Religion Dr. Delio's work at the intersection of Science and Religion is heavily influenced by the teachings of Jesuit scientist, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, who devoted his spiritual writing to bridging Christianity and evolution. Like Dr. de Chardin, she sees the essential need to integrate Science and Religion toward a new way of thinking. Her research interests focus on exploring divine action in a world of evolution, complexity, emergence, quantum reality and artificial intelligence. She continues to lecture and write on religion and evolution, catholicity, cosmology and culture, artificial intelligence and human becoming. She's also the head of the Omega Center, whose mission is to deepen Teilhard de Chardin's integration of science and spirituality. On this episodes of ideaXme, we will hear from Dr. / Sister Delio: About her background, how she developed an interest in science, biology, pharmacology, theology, and how she finds herself in 2019 at the intersection of science and religion studies. An overview of Dr. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin's ideas. An overview of her concept of "Relational Wholeness" and  "Relational Universe." The importance of humans re-connecting with nature and the divine. Her views and ideas about Transhumanism. Her views on the topic of Entheogens (i.e. chemical substances, typically of plant origin, that are ingested to produce a non-ordinary state of consciousness for religious or spiritual purposes.) Her views on the limits of science and "Playing God" in the laboratory. Her views on evil. Credits: Ira Pastor interview video, text, and audio. Follow Ira Pastor on Twitter:@IraSamuelPastor If you liked this interview, be sure to check out ourinterview In Search of the Holy Grail for Arthritis! Follow ideaXme on Twitter:@ideaxm On Instagram:@ideaxme Find ideaXme across the internet including oniTunes,SoundCloud,Radio Public,TuneIn Radio,I Heart Radio, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. ideaXme is a global podcast, creator series and mentor programme. Our mission: Move the human story forward!™ ideaXme Ltd.

In Episode 7, we interviewed Mrs. Barbara McCrabb of the USCCB. Barbara is a leading voice in the Campus Ministry space. Barbara is the Assistant Director for Higher Education for the Secretariat of Catholic Education at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. She brings 20 plus years of Campus Ministry experience in Catholic, state and private institutions. In 2000 she received the Forsythe Award from CCMA for her leadership on a national, regional and local level. In 2008 she was acknowledged for an exemplary program, the Cunneen Fellows, as a service formation program. Her passion has been team building, social justice, and faith enrichment. She has worked with Campus Ministers in formation, mentoring and leadership initiatives. She holds a Master of Divinity from Washington Theological Union and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry from St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida. For more information about Encuentro, visit: http://vencuentro.org/meet-barbara-mccrabb/ Want the FREE CCMA eBook "6 Steps Towards a Productive Week in Campus Ministry"? Visit http://www.ccmanetwork.org/#our-story to join our mailing list and get your copy.

Richard Gaillardetz is an American theologian specializing in questions relating to Catholic ecclesiology and the structures of authority in the Roman Catholic Church. In 2000 Dr. Gaillardetz received the Sophia Award from the faculty of the Washington Theological Union in recognition of “theological excellence in service to ministry,” and he has received numerous awards from the Catholic Press Association for his occasional pieces. He is currently the Joseph Professor of Catholic Systematic Theology at Boston College. Series: "Burke Lectureship on Religion and Society" [Humanities] [Show ID: 28828]

Richard Gaillardetz is an American theologian specializing in questions relating to Catholic ecclesiology and the structures of authority in the Roman Catholic Church. In 2000 Dr. Gaillardetz received the Sophia Award from the faculty of the Washington Theological Union in recognition of “theological excellence in service to ministry,” and he has received numerous awards from the Catholic Press Association for his occasional pieces. He is currently the Joseph Professor of Catholic Systematic Theology at Boston College. Series: "Burke Lectureship on Religion and Society" [Humanities] [Show ID: 28828]

Richard Gaillardetz is an American theologian specializing in questions relating to Catholic ecclesiology and the structures of authority in the Roman Catholic Church. In 2000 Dr. Gaillardetz received the Sophia Award from the faculty of the Washington Theological Union in recognition of “theological excellence in service to ministry,” and he has received numerous awards from the Catholic Press Association for his occasional pieces. He is currently the Joseph Professor of Catholic Systematic Theology at Boston College. Series: "Burke Lectureship on Religion and Society" [Humanities] [Show ID: 28828]