In the lives of the saints, heroic virtue and the transformative power of God's grace is on display. In this episode of FORMED Now, Dr. Ben Akers, joined by Taylor Kemp, discusses the life of St. John Vianney, the Cure d'Ars. The patron of parish priest, St. John Vianney devoted himself to the Eucharist, the Sacrament of Confession, and devotion to Mary. Marked with a love for God, St. John Vianney serves as an example for all in the way of holiness.
In this FORMED Now episode, Dr. Ben Akers sits down with Taylor Kemp to discuss the "apostle to the apostles," St. Mary Magdalene. A great model for us, St. Mary Magdalene teaches us how to be an apostle, sharing the Good News with those whom we love.
Dr. Ben Akers & Dr. Scott Hefelfinger, Professor of Theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, discuss this great modern-day saint and Doctor of the Church.
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Pope Francis recently announced a new Doctor of the Church: St. Irenaeus of Lyons. In this episode of FORMED Now, Dr. John Sehorn and Dr. Ben Akers discuss this second-century Church Father, explaining his importance to the history of Christianity and his title—the "Doctor of Unity."
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