“The saints were not superhuman, they were people who loved God in their hearts and who shared this joy with others.” -Pope Francis

Fr Dean Mathieson OFM Cap talks about the inspiring lives of Capuchin Saints and the inspiration for us to lead holy lives.

This talk is part of Capfest 2017, based on the theme “Saints and Heroes”. Capfest 2017 was hosted by the Capuchin Franciscan Friars Australia.

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Emeritus Professor Stephen Schwartz explains how all kinds of knowledge have been presented at universities, yet wisdom has been on the decline and is rarely mentioned.

This presentation was part of The Christopher Dawson Centre for Cultural Studies’ 2017 Colloquium on the theme “Liberal Education: Restoring the Notion of Education as the Basis for Living the Good Life”, hosted in Hobart, Australia.

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Can we realistically restore liberal education, religion and a common culture in Australia? Philippa Martyr talks about liberal education by looking at Catholic libertarian and from there she uses this perspective to come up with solutions to the 3 big wrongs of liberal education from the perspective of the political economy.

This presentation was part of The Christopher Dawson Centre for Cultural Studies’ 2017 Colloquium on the theme “Liberal Education: Restoring the Notion of Education as the Basis for Living the Good Life”, hosted in Hobart, Australia.

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Madeleine Vella looks at the Theology of the Body from the examples of the saints – who lived life in chastity and purity according to their state in life. She also explores the lives of the saints and highlights how we can strive to imitate Jesus and Mary through the example of the saints who encourage us to live a life of purity and virtue.

This talks is from the Restore Weekend, which was hosted at St Mary’s Cathedral in Hobart, Tasmania.

Simon Carrington and Madeliene Vella are part of Fire Up Ministries. To find out more, visit the Fire Up Ministries website or Facebook page.

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Bridget Spinks explores the gifts, talents and charism which God has given us and how we can use these to build up the Kingdom of God. She also explores how to recognise and realise what we have, rather than be discouraged by what we do not have, in order to better glorify God.

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For more from Bridget Spinks, visit her blog on bridgetannamaria.blogspot.com.au

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Archbishop Julian Porteous explores the importance of conscience within education. He also explores the subjectivity of conscience and the need for a good formation to help form the conscience.

This presentation was part of The Christopher Dawson Centre for Cultural Studies’ 2017 Colloquium on the theme “Liberal Education: Restoring the Notion of Education as the Basis for Living the Good Life”, hosted in Hobart, Australia.

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Kevin Donnelly takes a look at the purpose of education as the pursuit of truth and the attainment of wisdom; relating this to culture. Donelly also looks at the importance of education and inculturation which has come under attack with the shift towards plurality.

This presentation was part of The Christopher Dawson Centre for Cultural Studies’ 2017 Colloquium on the theme “Liberal Education: Restoring the Notion of Education as the Basis for Living the Good Life”, hosted in Hobart, Australia.

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Madeleine Vella explores beauty in its objective and subjective elements in relation to the Theology of the Body. She also explores beauty which has been distorted and twisted and its destructive effects, as well as authentic and true beauty in relation to the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the Saints.

This talks is from the Restore Weekend, which was hosted at St Mary’s Cathedral in Hobart, Tasmania.

Simon Carrington and Madeliene Vella are part of Fire Up Ministries. To find out more, visit the Fire Up Ministries website or Facebook page.

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Karl Schmude looks at the independent scholar in recent centuries and his contributions, as well as how changing approaches in the university affect the capacity and existence of the scholar. Schmude also explores the contributions of faith and religion to scholars, drawing from examples from intellectual figures such as Christopher Dawson.

This presentation was part of The Christopher Dawson Centre for Cultural Studies’ 2017 Colloquium on the theme “Liberal Education: Restoring the Notion of Education as the Basis for Living the Good Life”, hosted in Hobart, Australia.

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Simon Carrington highlights sexual desire as a holy gift from God in our design, as well as practical ways in which to manage erotic desire and heal the wounds that we carry. Simon continues to share from his own experience and journey into sexual purity, as well as from the teachings of Christopher West and St John Paul II.

This talks is from the Restore Weekend, which was hosted at St Mary’s Cathedral in Hobart, Tasmania.

Simon Carrington and Madeliene Vella are part of Fire Up Ministries. To find out more, visit the Fire Up Ministries website or Facebook page.

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