A cornerstone program of Carmen House
Monthly topics focused broadly on the intersection of the Christian faith and academics.
Upcoming Speakers
Speaker: Rich Nathan
Love of Neighbor in an Age of Fear
What the Bible teaches us about Immigrants
Friday, September 19th: When it comes to encountering people that are different than us, and in the midst of our societal turmoil, it is easy to feel anxiety. In light of the presence of those from other cultures and places, some might wonder if life as they’ve known it is at stake. Is there more to the story? Former OSU business law professor and founding pastor at Vineyard Columbus, Rich Nathan, will examine some key passages from Christian Scripture on God’s heart for immigrants among us.
Speaker: Dr. Ingrid Faro
Is There Evil?
Retrieving the Language of Evil in the Public University for the Common Good.
Friday, October 17th: When we look at the world around us, and even our own lives, we have the sense that all is not right. We are eager to name injustices and to alleviate suffering. And yet, in our polarized society we can have competing stories of what exactly is wrong with the world. How did the world become so broken? The severity of all that is wrong can leave us confused or despairing.
Join us as we explore how Christian Scripture might have resources to name what is wrong, while providing a vision for becoming and being agents for good in God’s world.
Speaker: Dylan Crosson
We Call This Friday Good
How have Christians observed Good Friday, & why does it matter?
Friday, April 18th: As many Christian practices increasingly focus on the "happy" elements of the faith, Good Friday observances are in danger of becoming nothing more than a nominal holiday: a fleeting thought that occurs roughly two days before Easter egg hunts. Why is such a trend troubling, why might this trend be taking place, and what do Christians stand to gain from a renewed interest in Good Friday? Dylan N. Crosson is a Ph.D. Candidate at The Ohio State University where he studies Musicology.
Speaker: Dr. Ben Burkholder
Why Does Virtue Still Matter in a Secular Age?
Reflections on Aristotle and Aquinas for the 21st Century
Friday, March 21st: Does character matter? What are virtues and are they relevant today? How might faith help or hinder one’s character formation? Theologian Dr. Ben Burkholder (PhD, Duquesne) will be speaking on the topic of the relevancy of virtue ethics for today, followed by audience Q&A.
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