In this episode of Rhythms of Faith, Kim and JJ welcome Father Paul Coleman and Dr. Kathy Cummings. They discuss their new course on global Catholicism developed through the Institute for Advanced Studies Teaching Lab Fellows program. The course covers a variety of perspectives on Catholicism, including historical and cultural influences, student responses, and the challenges and rewards of collaborative teaching. The conversation delves into the importance of examining Catholicism through different lenses, the impact of immigration on faith practices in the U.S., and the dynamics of synodality in the Catholic Church. They also touch on the significance of Pope Francis's teachings, particularly his autobiography, and how global and local traditions shape the Catholic experience.

00:00 Introduction to Rhythms of Faith

00:25 Course Development and Initial Experiences

01:15 Exploring Global Catholicism

01:45 Field Trip to Chicago's Ethnic Parishes

03:40 Teaching Challenges and Student Engagement

07:03 Importance of Teaching Global Catholicism

10:07 Cultural Integration in Catholicism

17:02 Exploring the Synod Experience

18:34 Historical Context and Church Hierarchy

19:56 Pope Francis and the Synod's Impact

25:13 Liturgical Gifts and Cultural Differences

28:48 Fun and Reflective Closing

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