Feeling spiritually dry? Stuck in a midlife rut? Interested in experiencing transcendence in an ancient monastery in France? Auguste brings on Catholic writer and consultant Peter Giersch to discuss his new book Talking of Michelangelo: Death, Judgment, Heaven, and Hell in the Burgundy Region in which he recounts a trip to France that spiritually transforms him. As they talk, the two make plans to leave their families to enjoy the beauty and history of Paris along with the different ways to grow in the faith and how popes are like the weather. The two also consider a marvelous change in the Church as the old guard is gradually replaced by a new generation of Catholics who care about things like reverence and tradition. 

Essays and books referenced in this episode:

- Talking of Michelangelo: Death, Judgment, Heaven, and Hell in the Burgundy Region by Peter Giersch

- “A Trip to France Triggers a Midlife Crisis of Faith” by August Meyrat

- “Beyond Christian Nationalism” by Peter Giersch

- “Prufrock on Retreat” by Dwight Longenecker

Music Credit:

Artist: Andre Meyrat

Song: “Vaporwave Statues”

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