Join Br. Chrysostom and Fr. David as they explore all things Divine Office. Dive into the history of this sacred tradition, discover the distinctive elements of the Abbey’s Divine Office, and learn what goes into creating this unique liturgical practice.
Faculty
Living Out the Benedictine Hallmarks in Nursing
In the 8th episode of Conversatio, Dr. Lee-Ann Kenny sits down with senior nursing students Ellie and Sydney, along with Professor Emily Nishiyama, to discuss how the Benedictine hallmarks influence the daily lives of nurses and their practice. Learn how nurses integrate faith into their care, foster compassionate environments, and pass on these timeless values to future generations of healthcare professionals.
Why We’re Catholic with Trent Horn
In the latest episode of Conversatio, Dr. Tom Varacalli sits down with Catholic apologist Trent Horn to discuss his book Why We’re Catholic. They explore the intersection of faith and politics, how Catholics can engage with secularism, and how to navigate tough conversations about the faith. This episode offers valuable insights for both new and lifelong Catholics on living out and sharing the Catholic faith in today’s world.
The Hero’s Quest: The Power of Story for Man as Homo Viator
In this sixth episode of Conversatio, Fr. Jonathan Torres, a 2013 graduate of the Abbey, explores the Hero’s Quest and the power of story for man as homo viator—the “man on a journey.” He shares insights with our honors college students on how the narrative of Christ, as depicted in the Bible, reveals the transformative power of story to shape human identity and purpose—and how we can understand our own lives as a story in the making.
The War on Millennials: Civic Duty with Pete Seat
In the latest episode of Conversatio, Dr. Mary Imparato and Abbey student Youthan Love chat with Pete Seat, author of The War on Millennials, about the challenges facing the millennial generation. Pete shares insights on bridging generational divides and emphasizes the need for active citizenship, encouraging all generations to take action today for a better tomorrow. Drawing on his experiences with President Bush, he also addresses perceptions of government effectiveness.
