What does it mean to be good at believing in the Eucharist? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by Sr. Albert Marie Surmanski, a Dominican sister of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, and professor of theology at the University of St. Thomas, to discuss the profound gift of the Eucharist. In their conversation, they address the beauty of Eucharistic spirituality and the teaching of transubstantiation.

Resources:

• Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
• Ave Maria University website
• Learn more about Sr. Albert Marie Surmanski and her work here
• Discover the beautiful mission of the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist

Why are the teachings of the early Church Fathers still critically important today? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Rev. Andrew Hofer, Dominican priest, professor at the Dominican House of Studies, and editor of the peer-reviewed Catholic publication The Thomist. They discuss Rev. Hofer's new book, The Power of Patristic Preaching, exploring how seven Fathers navigated confusion in the early Church and how the fruits of their labor are still being reaped in our times.

Resources:

• Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
• Ave Maria University website
• Learn about Rev. Andrew Hofer and his accomplishments here
• Read more about The Power of Patristic Teaching here
• Check out The Thomist

What deeply Christian truths are hidden in J.R.R. Tolkien’s most famous work? Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais is joined by Joseph Pearce, internationally acclaimed author and visiting professor at Ave Maria University, to talk about finding the profound Catholic themes in J.R.R Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings while exploring issues such as divine providence, suffering, and original sin.

Resources:

• Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
• Ave Maria University website
• Learn more about Professor Joseph Pearce and his work on his website
• Read Joseph Pearce’s work on the Christian character of Frodo’s Journey