The Spirit & The Bride

Vatican II's Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World: Part 3

What is a Christian’s role in promoting the common good?  Dr. Schreck continues discussing Gaudium et Spes and people’s role and responsibility in promoting the true welfare of society, as well as the relationship between faith and science.

Vatican II's Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World: Part 2

Dr. Schreck talks about the first chapter of Gaudium et Spes and how it presents God’s plan for promoting the dignity of each human person. He highlights how the document shows the sources and signs of this dignity, condemns evils, and explores the Church’s response to atheism.

Vatican II's Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World: Part 1

How does the Catholic Church view our culture?  What is the Church’s mission in the modern world?  Dr. Schreck explores the preface and intro of Vatican II’s Gaudium et Spes, or the Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World.

Vatican II's Dogmatic Constitution on the Church: Part 4

Dr. Schreck explores the last two chapters of Vatican II’s Dogmatic Constitution on the Church. He shows how the Church extends from now into the eschaton, or end time, and includes all alive in Christ, especially the communion of saints and Blessed Virgin Mary as mediatrix.

Vatican II's Dogmatic Constitution on the Church: Part 3

Dr. Schreck discusses the Catholic Church's understanding of God's plan for the leadership and hierarchy of his Church, based on chapter three of Lumen Gentium.

Vatican II's Dogmatic Constitution on the Church: Part 2

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 non-Christians. He also highlights the different vocations—the ordained, laity, and religious—as well as the universal call to holiness.

Vatican II's Dogmatic Constitution on the Church: Part 1

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 of its first two chapters on "The Mystery of the Church" and "The People of God."

Vatican II’s Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation: Part 2

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 as Scripture’s role in the life of the Church. He also talks about how Catholics are called to read and study the Bible as essential spiritual nourishment and as the “soul” of Catholic theology, preaching, and catechesis.

Vatican II’s Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation: Part 1

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 as how this revelation is preserved and proclaimed through both Scripture and Tradition. 

Vatican II’s Constitution on Sacred Liturgy: Part 2

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; the liturgical year and feast days; the role of language, music, and art in liturgy; and more.