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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 Montse Alvarado

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

In Person with Mary Rice Hasson

Father Dave speaks with attorney and policy expert Mary Rice Hasson, the Kate O’Beirne Fellow…

In Person with Kevin Stefanski

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski and Father Dave speak about all things faith, family,…

In Person with Heather Khym

Heather Khym and Father Dave sit down to chat about her ongoing story of salvation.…

In Person with Ryan Anderson

Dr. Ryan T. Anderson joins Father Dave at the Franciscan University Homeland Mission in Washington,…

In Person with Nina Shea

Father Dave speaks with Nina Shea, a senior fellow and director of the Center for…

In Person with Bishop Cozzens

On the morning after the election of Pope Leo XIV, Father Dave speaks with Bishop…

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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A Catholic Response to Transhumanism

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

What Makes Us Human?

Transhumanists want to use technology to alter our human condition, but what does it mean…

A Crash Course in AI

What is AI, really? Dr. Dan Kuebler and Dr. Fernanda Psihas, computer science and physics…

Genetic Engineering: Ethical or Not?

Genetic engineering has been brought from science fiction into reality, but it raises many ethical…

How Has Technology Changed Us?

Dr. Dan Kuebler talks with Dr. Alex Plato, philosophy professor at Franciscan University, about the…

What Is Transhumanism?

In the new season of Purposeful Lab, Dr. Dan Kuebler discusses transhumanism, exploring how humans…

What Are the Feminine and Masculine Genius?

Dr. Dan Kuebler talks with Dr. Deborah Savage, theology professor at Franciscan University, about the…

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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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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…

What is Catholic Mindfulness?

Father Dave and Dr. Greg Bottaro talk about how mindfulness can benefit our mental health…

Mental Health and Holiness

Dr. Greg Bottaro shares with Father Dave about his personal journey, saints who struggled with…

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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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Why We Need to Repent: December 7, 2025

Father Dave talks about John the Baptist, repentance, and God’s mercy. Readings from December 7,…

The Light of Advent: November 30, 2025

Father Patrick shares about the importance of light for the First Sunday of Advent. Readings…

Christ Is King: November 23, 2025

Father Jonathan talks about Jesus’ kingship on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King…

The Final Act: November 16, 2025

As the liturgical year nears its conclusion, Father Dave reminds us that the Lord is…

What Is the Church?: November 9, 2025

Father Patrick talks about the Church’s physical and spiritual nature on the feast of the…

All Souls’ Day: November 2, 2025

Father Jonathan reflects on why we celebrate All Souls’ Day and how death is our…

An Honest Prayer: October 26, 2025

Father Dave invites us to pray with the tax collector: “O God, be merciful to…

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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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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…

Why We Need Scripture

Why do we need Scripture? Do we need it as much as we need food? What does Scripture mean for our daily lives? Jeff Cavins, creator of the…

Sharing the Gospel as Youth Missionaries

Is there a good way to evangelize today’s young people? What does success in youth ministry look like? How do the Gospels show us the best way to…

Forming Families for Heaven

How do Catholics live family life and help children to be saints? How do we help families love being in God’s family? What are some practical helps for…

Preparing for Martyrdom

Who was St. Ignatius of Antioch? How is his march to martyrdom our map to holiness? Why does martyrdom matter in the 21st century? Franciscan University theology professor…

The Stigmatists

What is a stigmatist? Why do some people literally bear in their bodies the marks of Jesus’ passion? Who are some of the saints who had the stigmata?…

St. Augustine’s Confessions and Us

What is St. Augustine’s Confessions? What does it teach us about the human heart? Can the Confessions of the great saint and Church Father give us a roadmap…

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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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