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Father Bonaventure's Insights on Faith and Literature

Sep 2, 2024

Lecture Notes: Father Bonaventure Chapman on Godsplaining

Introduction

  • Host: Father Bonaventure Chapman, OP
  • Mention of Father Gregory Pine, who is currently absent.
  • Encouragement to support through Patreon and social media.
  • Opening banter in place of Father Gregory Pine.

Beginning of the Semester

  • Best wishes to students and teachers on the start of the new semester.
  • Reflection on the transition from summer to the fall academic season.

Reading Recommendations

  1. Poetry

    • Personal struggle with reading poetry.
    • Recommended poets: T.S. Eliot, Ezra Pound (difficult), Robert Frost (enjoyable).
    • Mentioned "Trees and Other Poems" by Joyce Kilmer.
      • Sample poem: "Trees."
      • Emphasizes the simplicity and beauty of poetry.

  2. Metaphysics

    • "A Contemporary Introduction to Thomistic Metaphysics" by Dr. Michael Gorman.
    • Importance of understanding Thomistic philosophy and metaphysics.
    • Praise for the book's clarity and easy readability.

  3. Saint Faustina's Diary

    • Experience in Poland visiting locations significant to Saint Faustina.
    • The impact of reading her diary in context.
    • Encouragement to read it for insight into a personal conversation with Jesus.

Questions and Answers

  • Salve Regina Tradition: Explained the traditional singing of Salve Regina among Dominicans.
  • On Beards and SEEK Conference: Mentioned some friars growing beards and participation in the SEEK 2025 conference.
  • Catholic Classics Podcast: Mention of a new season focusing on St. Therese's "Story of a Soul."
  • Book Recommendations:
    • A suggested book that is loved but not recommended: "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy, noted for its dark themes.
  • Sympathy for Universalists: Addressed the theological consideration of Judas and universal salvation.
  • Audiobooks: Discussion on different impacts of audiobooks versus physical reading.

Engagement with Audience

  • Thanking supporters and Patreon donors.
  • Encouragement to like, share, and support the podcast.
  • Reflections and interactions with live comments and questions from the audience.

Conclusion

  • Gratitude expressed towards the audience.
  • Reminder of the importance of community prayer between the friars and listeners.
  • Concluding with a farewell until the next session of Godsplaining.

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