Dr. Alan Schreck continues to reflect on Lumen Gentium and addresses the question, "Who belongs to the Church?" He explores the Catholic Church's relationship to other Christians and…...

Dr. Alan Schreck introduces what is considered the central document of the Second Vatican Council: The Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, or Lumen Gentium. He explores the teaching…...

Dr. Alan Schreck discusses the last four chapters of the Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, or Dei Verbum. He explains the Church’s understanding of the Bible, as well…...

Dr. Schreck talks about the Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, or Dei Verbum. He explores how and why God reveals himself through natural and divine revelation, as well…...

Dr. Schreck continues his discussion on Sacrosanctam Concilium. He explores the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist and other sacraments. He also talks about the importance of the Mass;…...

Dr. Schreck discusses how Jesus Christ is present in the sacred liturgy, the role of the faithful in the Church’s worship, and the liturgy as a foretaste of…...

What is the authority of the Second Vatican Council? Dr. Schreck addresses the concerns of those who question the Council’s validity. He introduces the first document of Vatican…...

Why was the Second Vatican Council held? What was its purpose? Dr. Schreck discusses the life of Angelo Guiseppe Roncalli who, as Pope John XXIII, called the 21st…...

Dr. Alan Schreck, professor emeritus of theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville, introduces himself and his podcast series, The Spirit and the Bride. This title, taken from Revelation…...