A Letter from Fr. Spitzer—New Programs and Publications
A letter highlighting our Sophia Institute partnership endeavors, new project, and upcoming publications.
The Padre Pio Miracle that Led to His Beatification
The St. Padre Pio's miracle that led to his beatification: the case of Consiglia De Martino, a married woman with three children from Salerno, Italy.
The Trilemma Of C. S. Lewis, Part Three: Was Jesus A Liar?
Was Jesus a liar? John Cark examines the factors of fame and money in the first component of the C.S. Lewis Trilema.
Positive Emotions and the Virtuous Life
Using psychology, this article examines why we have positive emotions and what role they play in developing a virtuous life.
Art for the Ages: The Eyes of a Woman Artist
Dr. Katie Kresser looks at the works of Artemisia Gentileschi—one of the first woman artists in history to enjoy a high-profile professional career.
Scientific Evidence for God (Insights and Explanations)
From a scientist’s point of view, what evidence might there be to support belief in God? Here we summarize the best scientific evidence for God.
Jesus’ Empty Tomb: Not the Only Empty Tomb in Early Christianity
A comparison of the prison arrests of the Apostles and, later, Peter to the empty tomb of Jesus—all written with humorous Hollywood mafioso language.
Mother Teresa's Miracles: How She Was Declared a Saint
The process of canonization requires two investigated miracles; Mother Teresa’s miracles took place in the lives of Monica Besra and Marcilio Andrino.
2022 Magis Women Fall Retreats
Are you ready to find your way closer to God and be surrounded by other women with the same desire? If so, these retreats may be just right for you!
Was the story of Jesus actually lifted from the Egyptian Horus myth?
Father Spitzer shows that the gospel accounts of Jesus' life are definitely not a retelling of the Egyptian myth of Horus, the god of the sun.