Angélique Arnauld
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Pope Francis and Mother Angélique: A Feminist Historical Theology Issue
This is an example of the type of hole that feminist historical theology needs to fill. We need scholars who are attentive to the writings of women throughout the history of Christianity, so that women can be fully thought of… Continue reading
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No Church Mothers: Part III, Theology vs. Spirituality
This is precisely the problem. Women are not seen as having made or even now making contributions to “real theology.” Continue reading
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Catholic Theology and the Mental Load of Women
On Monday morning of this week, two things occurred that made me reflect on the concept of the mental load of women, especially mothers. First, I got into a discussion on Twitter about gendered roles in parenting with Timothy O’Malley… Continue reading
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Parisian Religious History: A Visit to Port-Royal
However, there are two little-known sites that I encourage anyone interested in French religious history to go see: the former convents of Port-Royal du Paris and Port-Royal des Champs. I’d like to use this blog post to explain why you… Continue reading
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Les Misérables and Jansenism: Can His Sins Be Forgiven? Shall His Crimes Be Reprieved?
After re-watching the film, there is so much that I want to say about it (candlesticks!), but in particular the character of Inspector Javert caught my attention. Though I doubt Cameron Mackintosh, who created the English-language version of the musical,… Continue reading
