Institute of Catholic Culture

Few Americans have a thorough understanding of the Muslim religion, retaining only a muddled view of American media reports on modern Islamic culture. But one must understand Islam’s history and theology in order to understand its current situation in the Middle East. Join the ICC and Dr. William Marshner as we delve into the background of Islam.

“No greater joy can I have than this, to hear that my children follow the truth.” - III John 4 Three rich yet often overlooked New Testament books are I, II, and III John. These “hidden” gems reveal fascinating insights about life in the early Church and impart apostolic wisdom on topics such as prayer, holiness, the sacraments, and the nature of love. Above all, they call us to place Christ at th...

"O Death, where is your sting? O Hell, where is your victory? Christ is risen, and you are overthrown. Christ is risen, and the demons are fallen. Christ is risen, and the angels rejoice. Christ is risen, and life reigns. Christ is risen, and not one dead remains in the grave. For Christ, being risen from the dead, is become the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. To Him be glory and dom...

The Sacraments of the Church make possible the very Incarnational presence that is necessary for the transformation of creation. In this talk, the second of a two-part series, Fr. Bergman proposes how, by God’s grace, the Catholic Church might more truly and effectively manifest the Incarnation, such that relationships established on this side of eternity prefigure Christians’ ultimate goal and de...

The seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church manifest the Incarnation of Jesus Christ. By receiving these certain means of God’s grace in Jesus Christ, members of Christ’s Body, the Church, grow in holiness and thus transform the religious, social, political, and physical environment of the places in which they live, work, and pray. Yet we have not always seen this transformation in the U.S.

Does the revelation of Christ contradict the wisdom of ancient philosophers? Are Christian and pagan worldviews necessarily at odds? Is the Cross of Christ really folly to the Gentiles? Join us as we explore the remarkable ways in which the truths of the Faith fulfill, even while utterly surpassing, the deepest insights—and desires—of noble pagan philosophers.

Join us as we explore the remarkable ways in which the truths of the Faith fulfill, even while utterly surpassing, the deepest insights—and desires—of noble pagan philosophers.

The Institute of Catholic Culture is an adult educational organization, faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church, and dedicated to the Church’s call for a new evangelization.

"You move us to delight in praising You; for You have formed us for Yourself, and our hearts are restless till they find rest in You." - St. Augustine, Confessions

When the Anglo-Saxon barbarians converted to Christianity in the seventh century, they were immediately forced to grapple with the paradoxes of their new religion. How could God suffer and die—and why would we worship such a God? What could His death do for us? The struggle to find an answer produced The Dream of the Rood : an ancient poem that allows us to see the Passion in a new light.

"You move us to delight in praising You; for You have formed us for Yourself, and our hearts are restless till they find rest in You." - St. Augustine, Confessions

When the Anglo-Saxon barbarians converted to Christianity in the seventh century, they were immediately forced to grapple with the paradoxes of their new religion. How could God suffer and die—and why would we worship such a God? What could His death do for us? The struggle to find an answer produced The Dream of the Rood : an ancient poem that allows us to see the Passion in a new light.

"Jews demand signs and Greeks look for wisdom, but we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, but to those whom God has called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God." - 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

"Jews demand signs and Greeks look for wisdom, but we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, but to those whom God has called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God." - 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

“Bow down the neck with meekness, adore what thou hast hitherto burned and burn what thou hast adored.” - St. Remi to Clovis the King of the Franks on the occasion of Clovis’ baptism, Dec. 25, 496

In the year 452, Attila, king of the barbarian Huns, led his army into the Italian peninsula and surprised the Roman armies. City after city fell to him. Leaving only destruction and desolation behind, Attila marched on Rome and was met at the gates of the holy city by Leo, Bishop of Rome.

“Bow down the neck with meekness, adore what thou hast hitherto burned and burn what thou hast adored.” - St. Remi to Clovis the King of the Franks on the occasion of Clovis’ baptism, Dec. 25, 496

“What does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul?" - Deuteronomy 10:12

“And immediately there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit; and he cried out, 'What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are, the Holy One of God.' But Jesus rebuked him, saying, 'Be silent, and come out of him!' And the unclean spirit, convulsing him and crying with a loud voice, came out of him ... And at once his fame spread ever...

“What does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul?" - Deuteronomy 10:12

“And immediately there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit; and he cried out, 'What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are, the Holy One of God.' But Jesus rebuked him, saying, 'Be silent, and come out of him!' And the unclean spirit, convulsing him and crying with a loud voice, came out of him ... And at once his fame spread ever...

The Institute of Catholic Culture is an adult educational organization, faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church, and dedicated to the Church’s call for a new evangelization.

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men with whom he is pleased!” - Luke 2:14 “Do not think that I came to send peace upon earth: I came not to send peace, but the sword.” - Matthew 10:34

“A voice was heard in Ramah, weeping and loud lamentation, Rachel weeping for her children; she refused to be comforted, because they are no more.” - Matthew 2:18

“Do not be afraid. Behold, I bring you news of great joy, a joy to be shared by the whole people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.” - Luke 2:10-11