
Renowned Scripture scholar Dr. John Bergsma teams up with special guests to unpack the rich mysteries of Sacred Scripture. In Stunned by Scripture—a bi-weekly podcast from the St. Paul Center—Dr. Bergsma and his expert guests tackle the challenging questions of biblical interpretation with clarity, passion, and a healthy dose of Catholic wit. From the historical and cultural background of the Old ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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The so-called “deuterocanonical” books of the Catholic Old Testament include Tobit, Judith, Wisdom, Sirach, Baruch, 1 Maccabees, and 2 Maccabees. But what makes a book deuterocanonical? How did these books become part of the Scriptural canon in the f... more
In this new episode of Stunned by Scripture, Dr. John Bergsma sits down with friend, confirmation sponsor, and fellow theologian Dr. Michael Dauphinais. From a range of emotions to serious and sincere conversation, the two discuss the pursuit of trut... more
Many people today speak of the "Big Bang Theory" as being opposed to belief in God. However, they this is an uninformed thing to say. Ironically, the theory was opposed for decades by scientists because of its theistic implications.
If the universe ... more
In this episode of Stunned by Scripture, Dr. Bergsma is joined by his good friend Joan Watson to talk about pilgrimages, prayer, and the impact of women in the Bible.
Joan talks about her new book, Making a Pilgrimage, exploring the biblical roots o... more
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John Bergsma is an excellent teacher and writer and simply knows so much, and this podcast has been pretty interesting so far. Re his interview with Dr. Sirilla, however: please don’t spend so much time in your interviews congratulating each other on your wonderfulness. We know you’re both smart and accomplished. And the wonderful big families, and the wonderful awesome people you know, have worked with, etc. Think about how it comes across, please. I’m still unclear what I’m to get out of this... more
Love this podcast and foresee this being a go-to for a Catholic understanding of scripture going forward!
Loved the two episodes and can’t wait to hear more. Very informative and a good resource for all Catholics
The first episode is exactly what you would expect, broad exegesis of issues and parsing how biblical studies must be done properly, told through the prism of how his faith evolved. JB is great when it comes to making the complex understandable.
I feel I lack the knowledge and the ability to teach about our faith effectively and you just do it naturally Dr. Bergsma. I will be sharing your podcast with my skeptic and unbeliever family members in the hope that they will take the time to listen.
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A leading Scripture scholar engages with expert guests to explore the complexities of Sacred Scripture, addressing common challenges in biblical interpretation with a blend of clarity and humor. Episodes cover various topics, including the cultural and historical contexts of the Old Testament, biblical apologetics, and practical insights for everyday life, making the content accessible and engaging for listeners seeking a deeper understanding of their faith. The podcast is designed to enrich one's relationship with Scripture, encouraging a meaningful connection rooted in tradition and personal experience.
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