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Advent Lessons & Carols

The Church gives us the Advent season to prepare our hearts and souls for the Second Coming of Christ and for the anniversary of Christ’s birth on Christmas. Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Advent Lessons & Carols brings together beautiful Scripture readings, prayer, and music to help us focus on Jesus Christ throughout the season.

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Lesson Nine: The Word and Postlude

Scripture, John 1:1-14; carol, “The First Nowell”; motet, “The Glory of the Father”; closing carol,…

Lesson Eight: The Kingdom

Scripture, Matthew 2:1-12; carol, “We Three Kings”; and motet, “Lully, Lulla, Lullay.”

Lesson Seven: The Glory

Scripture, Luke 2:8-16; carol, “Silent Night”; and motet, “Lux Nova.”

Lesson Six: The Birth

Scripture, Luke 2:1, 3-7; carol, “O Come, All Ye Faithful”; and motet, “I Wonder as…

Lesson Five: The Virgin

Scripture, Luke 1:26-38; carol, “The Angel Gabriel From Heaven Came”; and motet, “My Soul Doth…

Lesson Four: The Plan

Scripture, Isaiah 11:1-10; carol, “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming”; and motet, “The Lamb.”

Lesson Three: The Promise

Scripture, Isaiah 9: 1-6; carol, “Comfort, Comfort, O My People”; and motet, “Virga Jesse floruit.”

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In Person

Actors and authors, astronauts and athletes. Join Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, president of Franciscan University of Steubenville, as he chats with Catholics from many walks of life about God’s unique call and the unexpected places following that call has taken them.

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In Person with Chris McMahon

Father Dave and faith-based finance expert Christopher McMahon discuss money as a powerful tool for…

In Person with Father John Nepil

Father Dave sits down with Father John Nepil at Franciscan University where a powerful experience…

In Person with Riley Gaines

Father Dave sits down with All-American swimmer Riley Gaines during her recent Franciscan University visit.…

In Person with Carl G. Fougerousse

During a visit with faculty and students at Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Austrian Study Abroad…

In Person with Bishop Joseph L. Coffey

Father Dave and Bishop Joseph L. Coffey of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA,…

In Person with Andreas Widmer

Father Dave asks entrepreneur Andreas Widmer about his work as a Swiss Guard protecting Pope…

In Person with Montse Alvarado

In this lively, wide-ranging discussion, Father Dave and Montse Alvarado, the president and COO of…

Purposeful Lab

Explore purpose in our universe and purpose in your life. Join biologist Dr. Dan Kuebler as he talks with scientists, philosophers, and theologians about the important issues that impact our understanding of God, the cosmos, and ourselves.

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What Is Humani Generis?

In this season of Purposeful Lab, Dr. Dan Kuebler explores the origins of humanity from…

Evolution and the Catholic Faith

Dr. Jordan Haddad, professor of dogmatic theology at Notre Dame Seminary, sets the stage for…

Pope Benedict XVI on Creation

Can the faith coincide with—and even enrich—evolutionary theory? Dr. Dan Kuebler talks with Dr. Matthew…

No God, No Science?

Modern society often presents science as a field that can stand completely alone, but is…

How Do We Know God Exists?

How can we know through reason that God exists? Dr. Dan Kuebler and Dr. Logan…

Why Christians Don’t Have to Fear Evolution

How can we unite faith and science in the search for truth? In this conversation…

A Catholic Response to Transhumanism

Father Michael Baggot, LC, professor of bioethics at Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum in Rome, shares…

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In Focus

Join Father Dave Pivonka, TOR '89, president of Franciscan University of Steubenville, as he shines the light of faith and reason on culture, science, politics, the arts, and current issues through lively, in-depth conversations with friends.

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Truth-Seeking in the Age of Feeling

“What is truth?” Pilate’s question to Jesus echoes into our modern age. Today, many have…

Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness

Forgiving those who have wronged us seems impossible sometimes. But not forgiving prevents us from…

Near Death Experiences

Near-death experiences have long been a source of fascination. What exactly are near-death experiences? And…

Pope Leo XIV: Son of St. Augustine

Pope Leo XIV is our first-ever Augustinian pope. How might this background influence his papacy?…

Training the Next Generation

Father Dave and Dr. Greg Bottaro explore how smartphones and social media have affected young…

The Path to Healing

Dr. Greg Bottaro talks with Father Dave about why he started the CatholicPsych Institute and…

All About Relationships

Father Dave and Dr. Greg Bottaro discuss relationships—both the good and the bad—and how we…

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My father's Father

God is Father: This is the life-altering revelation of Jesus. Yet, how many of us struggle to know we have a Father in heaven who knows, loves, and chooses us as his sons and daughters? Join Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, as he journeys home to reflect on the urgent need to know God as Father amidst the backdrop of his hometown and the relationship he shared with his dad.

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The Father Waits

In the concluding episode of My father’s Father, Father Dave reflects on the Father of…

Priestly Fatherhood

Father Dave contemplates the nature of priestly fatherhood, discusses the scandal of abuse in the…

A Holy Family

In Episode 4 of My father’s Father, Father Dave talks with his mom, Margi, and…

Sons and Daughters

Father Dave reflects on what it means that our identity is rooted in being a…

Earthly Fathers

In this episode, Father Dave explores how the language of faith draws upon our human…

A Good Father

In Episode 1 of My father's Father, Father Dave returns to his hometown to reflect…

Scripture Reflections

Prepare your heart for Mass and dive deeper into the Bible with reflections on Sunday and feast day readings from Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and Father Jonathan St. André, TOR.

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You Are Not Alone: May 10, 2026

Father Jonathan encourages us to turn to the Holy Spirit for help and guidance. Readings…

Choose Heaven: May 3, 2026

Father Dave talks about what it means that Jesus has a place prepared for us—and…

Why Didn’t You Knock?: April 26, 2026

We often feel like we need to surmount obstacles on our own, but Father Patrick…

Walking to Emmaus: April 19, 2026

Father Jonathan challenges us to look at our faith journey and see how Jesus has…

Prince of Peace: April 12, 2026

On Divine Mercy Sunday, Father Dave talks about how peace is not an absence of…

He Is Risen!: April 5, 2026

Father Patrick wishes you a happy Easter from Franciscan University. He also shares why the…

How to Enter Holy Week: March 29, 2026

On Palm Sunday, Father Jonathan invites us to encounter Holy Week with Jesus as he…

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Jesus and the Dead Sea Scrolls

Biblical scholar Dr. John Bergsma and Franciscan University of Steubenville president Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, discuss the history and mysteries of the Dead Sea Scrolls, what they reveal about Jesus Christ, the sacraments, and the early Church, and why they matter to believers and non-believers today.

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Qumran and the Church

The Essenes played an important role in salvation history, even though there were many differences…

St. Paul and the Scrolls

Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and Dr. John Bergsma discuss the many interesting connections between the…

Holy Orders and the Scrolls

Offering sacrifice, mediating the forgiveness of sin, interpreting God’s law: The Dead Sea Scrolls have…

Marriage, Celibacy, and the Scrolls

The Essenes, a community of celibate men, held a high view of marriage. Father Dave…

The Eucharist and the Scrolls

Essene life focused on their daily “Thanksgiving” meal. Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and Dr. John…

Baptism and the Scrolls

Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and Dr. John Bergsma explore the connections between St. John the…

The Messiah is Coming

The Essene community at Qumran believed in and longed for the coming of a royal…

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Franciscan University Presents

Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and panelists Dr. Regis Martin, professor of systematic theology at Franciscan University, and Dr. Scott Hahn, the Father Michael Scanlan, TOR, Chair of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at Franciscan University, as they discuss a range of topics with some of the world’s top Catholic scholars, thinkers, and leaders.

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Overcoming Sins of Speech

Do we understand the awesome power of our ability to talk? How do we learn to use speech for the Kingdom, and push out sins of speech? What…

Making a Pilgrimage

What does it mean to make a pilgrimage, and why are pilgrimages important? Where is pilgrimage in the Bible? How can a pilgrimage help us be saints? Pilgrimage…

Answers on Death and Dying

Why does our society fear death and promote death at the same time? Are we allowed to be sad when someone we love dies? Does the Sacrament of…

When Bad Things Happen to Good People

Are Catholics and pro-lifers being persecuted in America today through lawfare? How do we recognize modern martyrs walking among us? How do we support those who are persecuted,…

Piety and Personality

What is temperament and how can our temperament influence our spiritual growth? What can the temperaments of the saints teach us? Rosemary McGuire Berry, author of Piety and…

Life in the Spirit

Are we timid Christians, like the pre-Pentecost Apostles? What is the Holy Spirit saying to the Church today? What does evangelization mean in an era of tolerance and…

Ancient Prayer and Modern Technology

How can we help ourselves make time for prayer in our busy, distracted lives? Is there a way to spend the entire day in conversation with God, without…

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Podcasts

Listen to the latest stories, reflections, and discussions from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Thanks for tuning in!

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The Spirit and the Bride

Join Dr. Alan Schreck, professor emeritus of theology at Franciscan University, as he explores how the Holy Spirit has been at work throughout the Catholic Church’s history. He examines council documents, encyclicals, and other writings to show how God has—and continues to—work through his bride, the Church.

Legends from the Hill>

In celebration of the 75th Jubilee of the University, alumni throughout the 75 years will share their candid stories of life on campus and the impact of the university on their life. Join us every 2 weeks as we hear legends from the hill.

Franciscan University Presents Podcast

Church and culture. Politics and philosophy. Morality and the marketplace. Listen in on the popular EWTN show Franciscan University Presents and deepen your knowledge of the Catholic faith and your understanding of the world in which we live.

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