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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2025 · 1H 13M

Education or Ideological Indoctrination? with Christopher B. Warner

from Coffee, Commerce & Catechesis | A Catholic Podcast · host Travis and Rigel

"Our public education system has not only undermined religion, it has replaced religion with socio-political ideology." Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Fr. Deacon Christopher Warner of the Acton Institute about the state of modern education and the challenges facing Catholic parents. Our discussion explores:- How public education has shifted from teaching critical thinking to promoting ideological indoctrination- The historical roots of education's transformation through cultural Marxism and the sexual revolution- Why all education is inherently sectarian and reflects specific worldviews- The false anthropologies being taught to children that contradict Catholic understanding of human nature- How parents can navigate a system increasingly hostile to Christian values- The principle of subsidiarity in education and why it "begins at home"- Practical alternatives including homeschooling, private education, and hybrid approaches- The importance of protecting children from harmful media influencesFr. Deacon Christopher shares insights from his experience as a Catholic educator and offers guidance for parents seeking to raise children with authentic Catholic formation. Whether you're concerned about the public school curriculum or looking for alternatives, this conversation provides a framework for understanding today's educational challenges through a Catholic lens.This episode reminds us that as parents are the primary educators of their children, we must be vigilant about the values and worldview being taught to the next generation - and be prepared to take more active roles in their education when necessary.We want to hear from you! Please feel free to email us at [email protected] with any feedback and let us know what you think.Subscribe on our Website:https://www.cofcomcat.comYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@CofComCatLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/coffee-commerce-catechesis/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cofcomcatTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@cofcomcatFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Coffee-Commerce-Catechesis-Podcast/61556073063795/

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