June 9, 2026 - Hour 1

Segment 1: The Death and Rebirth of DialogueSocial media, the internet and other technologies give us an access to communication and information that our ancestors never could have dreamed of. And yet, we communicate worse than ever. Marcus reflects.Segment 2: An Invitation to Augustine’s “City of God”No work of Christian theology has left such an impact on the world and biblical interpretation and understanding as St. Augustine’s “City of God.” We who read the Bible do so, often unknowingly, through the eyes of the bishop of Hippo. Paul Krause joins us with more.Segment 3: Critical Theory Destroys – Let’s Respond with LoveCritical Theory has become firmly entrenched among modern political and social thinkers. The greatest challenge we have as Christians in confronting this philosophy is the social sins of the past and CT’s seductive promise to eradicate all injustice by destroying hierarchies of dependency. Michel Therrien has more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com