Audiobooks by Harvey D. Egan

Eschatology: The Theology of Ultimate Hope

Every week, Catholics profess their faith in a "world without end" and "the resurrection of the body. " How can eschatology-the study of the Last Things-strengthen your hope in these beliefs? Life everlasting lies at the core of Catholic doctrine, and no branch of theology confronts the soul's immortality as powerfully as eschatology. But navigating complex topics like the afterlife and the Book of Revelation can seem intimidating. Contemporary depictions of death and the end times only compound to misconceptions. Filled with fresh and fascinating perspectives, Eschatology: The Theology of Ultimate Hope gives you the tools to understand the Last Things. Your guide, veteran Boston College professor Father Harvey Egan, will change the way you think about existence, both in this life and beyond it. With his lectures, you will see how eschatology focuses not on doom and gloom-but on a new world of justice, healing, and hope. An expert on mysticism, Fr. Egan brings an unparalleled knowledge of scripture and spirituality to this audio course. In his riveting lectures, you will explore the historical and biblical context of eschatology as well as the surprising mysticism that marks Jesus' aim of ushering in God's kingdom. Both timeless and timely, this course is invaluable for 21st-century Christians who wish to understand the afterlife and the philosophy undergirding its reality. You will emerge with renewed hope in the kingdom come, on earth as it is in heaven. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

Harvey D. Egan (Author), Harvey D. Egan (Narrator)

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The Mysticism of St. Ignatius Loyola

A blend of timeless Christian wisdom and modern psychology, this one-of-a-kind course will transform your daily life. For two millennia, the Christian tradition has developed tried-and-true methods for finding peace and dwelling in the presence of God. These time-honored practices have helped countless men and women lead more meaningful lives. But wielding the spiritual tools forged by our spiritual ancestors can be difficult amid the bustle of modern life. In Spiritual Flourishing: Christianity's Great Spiritual Practices, Fr. Anthony Ciorra distills the wisdom of these practices into 12 life-changing lectures. An award-winning teacher of spirituality, Fr. Ciorra gives you a spiritual GPS for navigating the path to the divine. With his engaging teaching and sage advice, you will cultivate a range of practices: - Cultivating silence - Practicing gratitude - Sharpening your senses through fasting - Focusing your attention through contemplation - Praying with sacred images - Keeping a journal of your daily life so that you can begin to trace God's hand Presented from an ecumenical perspective, Fr. Ciorra's audio course emphasizes the deep theology behind these practices. Each method you learn will take time to develop. But the longer you are faithful to the practices you choose, the more the notion of "practice" will fall away and the more you will flourish. Find the inner peace your heart yearns for today. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

Harvey D. Egan (Author), Harvey D. Egan (Narrator)

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77 Great Catholic Homilies

Fifty years of Jesuit spirituality and scholarship come to full expression in Fr. Harvey Egan's 8-CD audio collection, 77 Great Catholic Homilies. Divided into five subsections-by feasts, family occasions, Christ-focused subjects, and miscellaneous reflections-the series telescopes from the general to the particular in fluid motions. You will find anecdotal wisdom in spades. Fr. Egan's homilies approach topics in Christianity from a simultaneously creative and orthodox perspective, eschewing the tendency for homilies to become treatises on scriptural passages or mere platforms for political views. Instead, Fr. Egan strives to balance fidelity to the mass with attentiveness to his listeners' interests. Drawing on his decades of pastoral experience and St. Ignatius of Loyola's example, Fr. Egan offers you a glimpse into his process. When he sits down to prepare a homily, he begins by reading over the commentaries of some of his favorite scripture scholars. "Almost always," says Fr. Egan, "they give me a few ideas, a jumping off point. " In each powerful homily, you will find spiritually edifying nuggets of insight. In the end, the tone of the series might be best illustrated by one of the many amusing anecdotes you will hear from Fr. Egan. He recalls a friend once saying that homilies were like good home-cooked meals: years later you might not remember what was actually cooked, but no doubt you were nourished. 77 Great Catholic Homilies follows from this analogy, hoping to nourish you spiritually. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

Harvey D. Egan (Author), Harvey D. Egan (Narrator)

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Exploring Catholic Theology

What is the meaning of life? Throughout recorded history, humans have pondered this question. In Exploring Catholic Theology, a masterful course by Boston College's Fr. Harvey Egan, you will grapple with life's ultimate questions as you explore the Christian tradition. With the aid of Fr. Egan's exceptional teaching, you will discover deeper insights into general and individual Christian beliefs. An award-winning theologian who received his doctorate under Karl Rahner, he shows you Christianity's heritage as a powerful whole, allowing you to explore the full range of life's greatest mysteries. Thorough yet accessible, Fr. Egan's lectures focus on major Christian tenets while also considering smaller ones. To grasp these truths, you will tackle essential scriptural, exegetical, dogmatic, historical, theological, and ecumenical questions. In addition to using new insights from contemporary Christian movements and thinkers, you will encounter perspectives from various traditions. Drawing on nearly fifty years of teaching, Fr. Egan's course imparts powerful wisdom to lifelong Christians and non-Christians alike. His 24-lecture course reveals the universality of our quest to comprehend life's purpose: our one humanity, our one world, our one cosmos. Gain a deeper awareness of the mysteries of existence today. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

Harvey D. Egan (Author), Harvey D. Egan (Narrator)

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Karl Rahner: Theological Giant of the Twentieth Century

Karl Rahner is known as the father of the Catholic Church in the 20th century. Join Rahner's celebrated student, acclaimed theologian, author and Boston College professor, Fr. Harvey Egan, SJ, in this exploration of Rahner's wisdom. A Jesuit priest, Rahner was also a philosopher, theologian, commentator on church documents, devotional writer, preacher, and retreat director. His 4,000 written works reveal a powerful vision, and the questions he raised continue to inspire theology today. In this exceptional course, Fr. Harvey Egan draws on his personal experience with Karl Rahner, who attended Fr. Egan's First Mass and directed his doctoral dissertation. A renowned mysticism expert with 50 years of experience teaching Rahner's thought, Fr. Egan will help you discover his lesser-known roles as an Ignatian theologian and mystic. Under Fr. Egan's guidance, you will gain an overview of Rahner's multifaceted thought and explore his role as a teacher of the sacraments, Christian life, and prayer. You'll also encounter Rahner's more personal side and his love for the Trinity, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the preached word. Finally, you'll discover Rahner as an eschatological mystic. As Georgetown President Emeritus Fr. Leo J. O'Donovan writes, "Let Fr. Harvey Egan, a master not only of Fr. Rahner's spirituality but also of spirituality itself, take you to this center of his life and theology and then on to its wonderful whole wide range." This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

Harvey D. Egan (Author), Harvey D. Egan (Narrator)

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Introduction to Christian Mysticism

Join one of the world's leading experts on Christian mysticism in his masterpiece audio course. These 12 inspiring audio lectures will captivate your mind and stir your spirit. The mystics show us the deepest recesses of the human spirit. Now, this remarkable series gives you the rare opportunity to take one of the world's leading experts on mysticism as your personal guide. Boston College's Fr. Harvey Egan draws on 50 years of teaching the Christian mystics. Brilliantly taught, his lectures are filled with faithful insights. Under his guidance, you will explore the mystical life by focusing upon 11 significant figures. You will begin with Ignatius of Loyola and his finding of God in all things before looking at the "apophatic" mysticism of the Cloud of Unknowing. Next, you will explore the classical mysticisms of Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, and Catherine of Siena, whom many consider to be the apex of the mystical tradition. You will also encounter the visionary mysticism of Julian of Norwich. You will discover the captivating mysticism of Francis de Sales, Angela of Foligno, and Karl Rahner. Finally, after considering Pierre Teilhard de Chardin's cosmic mysticism, you will be moved by Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Let the great mystics of our tradition speak to you today. This course is part of the Learn25 collection and includes a PDF study guide.

Harvey D. Egan (Author), Harvey D. Egan (Narrator)

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