Ressourcement. It’s a French word that means “resourcing”—or, better, “re-sourcing.” As a term in theology, it calls for renewal based on a return to richer, more original sources, especially the Fathers of the early Church. Born in the Francophone world between the two world wars, . . . . Continue Reading »
Only a prima scriptura hermeneutic can protect the final authority of the biblical vision. Continue Reading »
Thomism addresses the profoundly important contemporary desire for metaphysical truth. Continue Reading »
In his commentary on Ezekiel, Robert W. Jenson wrote: “[I]n the conflicts of actual history, there is never a moral equivalency, however flawed and infected both sides may be; and we must pray that God fights for the better side.” Continue Reading »
Jesus began his redemptive work in the garden of Eden, just after the Fall. Continue Reading »
Every detail of Hagar’s experience foreshadows Israel’s future. Continue Reading »
Some Christians regard the thought of Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik as so anti-Christian that Christians should take no interest in it—as, indeed, many of Soloveitchik’s disciples take no interest in Christian thought. This is unfortunate. As Matthew Rose demonstrated recently in these pages . . . . Continue Reading »
These reflections, gentle but piercing in their spiritual psychology, were originally given as an Easter retreat for the Community of the Holy Cross, an Anglican Benedictine convent, in 2018. With typical deftness, Rowan Williams both channels the insights of the Desert Fathers and quietly . . . . Continue Reading »
Here is a compilation of engaging titles to keep you company during the summer months. Continue Reading »
Joseph Pearce joins the podcast to discuss his book The Good, the Bad, and the Beautiful Continue Reading »
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