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: 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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