Religion and Philosophy

Guided by the ideal of “faith seeking understanding,” discover lifelong learning at the intersection of faith and reason through the study of Catholicism, history of Christianity, world religions, moral theology, and philosophy.

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The Eucharist and Catholic Social Teaching

Everyday Holiness

Raising Resilient Children

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Participation and the Natural Law

12:00 PM ET Fri., Nov. 14, 2025

The Cross as an Epiphany of God

12:00 PM ET Fri., Dec. 12, 2025

Christology and Christ’s Knowledge

12:00 PM ET Fri., Mar. 13, 2026

Historic three-day celebration culminates in Inauguration of Notre Dame’s 18th President, Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C.

Fr. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C. Convocation Address

Fr. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C. Convocation Address

The 2024 Conway Lectures

02:00 PM ET Thu., Sep. 12, 2024

Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C. Inauguration Mass

The Longing of Our Restless Hearts

12:00 PM ET Fri., Aug. 08, 2025

Father Dowd’s Homily: Opening of the Academic Year Mass 2024-25

God in Things and People: Commodity Fetishism and the Eucharist

12:00 PM ET Wed., Jul. 10, 2024

Fruit of the Earth and Work of Human Hands: Eucharist as Integral Ecology

12:00 PM ET Thu., Jun. 27, 2024

A Theology of Migration: The Bodies of Refugees and the Body Of Christ

12:00 PM ET Thu., Jun. 13, 2024

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Eclipses 101

Forget memorized facts. Notre Dame astronomer Keith Davis breaks down celestial mechanics and solar eclipse safety into...

12:00 AM ET Fri., Oct. 16, 2026

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The Legacy of Colin Rowe

Envision a reality where streets foster genuine human connection. Navigate this profound dialogue to transform your...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Oct. 16, 2026

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Making Films with a Catholic Imagination

Witness the profound synergy between faith and artistry in this vibrant panel. Grasp how elite creators translate...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Oct. 16, 2026

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Conversations That Matter: Responses to Life-Limiting Prenatal Diagnoses

Screening tests for genetic anomalies have grown significantly in our nation leading to an increased number of prenatal...

01:00 PM ET Mon., Oct. 19, 2026

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Success Stories

Step into dynamic discussions with Notre Dame’s Hispanic alumni navigating complex professional transitions during...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Oct. 23, 2026

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The Honesty Crisis

Listen in for a conversation with Wake Forest philosophy professor and author Christian Miller as he shares his...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Oct. 23, 2026

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Chatting about Chatter

Listen in to a conversation with Dr. Anne Elise Crafton ’21 M.A., ’24 Ph.D., an alum of the University of Notre...

12:00 AM ET Thu., Oct. 29, 2026

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Chornobyl Madonna: Catastrophe and Hope in Ukraine and the Collapse of the Soviet Union

Craving fresh insight into monumental historical turning points? Step into a captivating journey through the Chornobyl...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Oct. 30, 2026

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A Conversation with Juan J. Morales

Immerse yourself in a deeply moving oral history interview with poet Juan J. Morales, hosted by Notre Dame graduate...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Oct. 30, 2026

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The Bible in Its Traditions

Do you desire a deeper encounter with the Word? Engage with Father Olivier-Thomas Venard, OP as he reanimates the...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Nov. 06, 2026

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