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Listen to Fr. Theodore Ekwem give a talk on the importance of the International Church throughout the world today at the Theology on Tap Summer Series!

Listen to the Most Reverend Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades give a talk on the Church in the U.S. at the Theology on Tap Summer Series! The Most Reverend Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend guides us through the significance and current status of the Church in the U.S., exploring what it means to be a good parishioner at a national level and the Church's vital involvement in the US over the past 250 years. This timely discussion follows the USCCB’s recent consecration of the U.S. to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Bishop Rhoades also delves into recent trends and how we are called to participate in both Church and U.S. affairs. "The Church in the U.S." encourages us to reflect on the long-held misnomer of the separation of church and state, shedding new light on how it instead calls us to communion and to live out The Catholic Social Life as a nation.

Listen to Elizabeth Tomasek give a talk on how to be a good parishioner at the Theology on Tap Summer Series! Elizabeth guides us on how to be a good parishioner—no longer being “pew potatoes,” but taking an active part in our parish life. Elizabeth discusses the different ways we can be involved in our parish, compares the dynamics of large and small parishes, highlighting the greatest needs for all parishes, and ultimately shows us how we can use our gifts and talents to evangelize within our parish and lift each other up.

Listen to Kathleen Habeeb give a talk about the importance of the Domestic Church at the Theology on Tap Summer Series! Kathleen explores what it means to live the faith in our homes and beyond. Our faith doesn't stop at our front doors—she shows us how to nurture Catholic culture within our families and carry that faith into our careers. With her personal and professional experience, Kathleen offers a unique perspective on the role of parents in the home, faithfully balancing family life with work, using prayer to shape the culture of our homes and families, navigating household differences in faith, and integrating Catholic social teaching into our professional lives. This talk touches upon the domestic church within our families and homes, but also help us traverse the society we live in with faith. The Lord created us for communion; join us as we cultivate it together!

Feb. 3rd, 2026 Christ in the Chaos Today, chaos presents itself in many ways: social media keeping us constantly connected, artificial intelligence blurring truth and reality, technology offering alternative worlds to escape into, destructive wars, polarized politics we’re afraid to discuss, the challenges of modern dating, shifting social “norms,” biased media, violent protests, and complex personal and family struggles. Through this talk Mike Habeeb will lead us on a journey to rediscover truth through humility and the wisdom of the Church—sources that anchor us in real and lasting hope. Because hope begins where Christ enters our mess.  Winter 2026 Series “Hope Does Not Disappoint“

Fr. Daniel Koehl helps us contemplate Memento Mori, an ancient Christian saying that translates to “remember that you must die.” Memento Mori means living with eternity in mind—not fearing death, but using the awareness of death to live more faithfully, humbly, and lovingly. Within the Catholic tradition, Memento Mori calls individuals to examine their lives with honesty, seek reconciliation and forgiveness, and release resentment in light of eternity. Far from being pessimistic, it offers profound hope—pointing beyond death to resurrection and reminding believers that every moment is an opportunity for grace. Winter 2026 Series “Hope Does Not Disappoint“

Feb. 17th, 2026: The Cross Triumphant Parker Noll, nephew of Archbishop Noll, will speak on “The Cross Triumphant,” the third talk of the Winter Series, focusing on the hope revealed through Christ’s Crucifixion. Drawing from Scripture and the witness of the Saints, the talk reflects on how Christ carried the weight of all sin and entered fully into human suffering, showing that hope is not destroyed by the Cross but redeemed through it. Referencing John 15 and Matthew 25, “The Cross Triumphant” invites us to encounter the Crucifixion as the ultimate act of love and mercy, where suffering is transformed, and hope is made certain. Winter 2026 Series “Hope Does Not Disappoint“

Sister Josetta Rose will be exploring what Radical Hope and trust look like daily. This talk is inspired by the Radical Hope and trust of our Blessed Mother Mary, who bore witness at the foot of the cross. Sister Josetta Rose will also focus on how we are to encounter hope in our ordinary lives. The Lord calls us daily to have Hope in Him—choosing to trust in God each day through prayer, even when circumstances feel overwhelming. Winter 2026 Series “Hope Does Not Disappoint“

Listen to Monica Aquila give a talk about imagination at Theology on Tap.

Listen to Fr. Dan Scheidt give a talk about Architecture at Theology on Tap.

Listen to Dr. Alex Giltner give a talk about Philosophy at Theology on Tap.

Listen to Fr. Royce Gregerson give a talk about Music at Theology on Tap.

Fr. Zane Langenbrunner will discuss the divine link between intimacy and commitment, not only in romantic relationships but in all vocations. Many seek intimacy without the responsibility of commitment, erring from God’s design for genuine, faithful relationships. By embracing commitment, we open ourselves to vulnerability in a prudent, meaningful way, in all relationships. In today’s world, technology has complicated this, often allowing us to interact virtually in ways that lack depth and true connection, detracting from the communal life we were designed for. By consciously choosing commitment, we find healing in relationships where Christ is present, reflecting God as a communion of persons. In honoring this design, we live in the image of God, building communities grounded in love as intended by God.

Rachel Meixner will guide us in reflecting on the grace of the present moment as a profound source of healing for both body and soul. By embracing our present reality, we open up to Christ’s healing presence—He is here with us in each moment, transcending time and transforming our lives. We may carry burdens and anxieties presented by the present world, but we are called not to be paralyzed by the past or future. In the light of the Resurrection, we are offered new life, and through God’s grace, we find freedom and healing that enables us to live fully present in the light of eternity.

Beth Hlabse, M.S., LMHCA, is the director of the Fiat Program on Faith and Mental Health at the McGrath Institute for Church Life. She leads the Institute’s efforts to generate pastoral research, education, and formation opportunities on mental health and the Catholic tradition. A mental health counselor, Beth has provided therapeutic care for adolescents and adults with histories of trauma and adverse child experiences. Her therapeutic approach is integrative, attending to neural-developmental influences and the intersection of spirituality and psychology. Beth obtained her masters in clinical mental health counseling from Divine Mercy University and pursued postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford in Christian Ethics. Beth and her husband Pete treasure their community in South Bend, IN and delight in visits back to the great outdoors of her hometown in Wyoming. Recorded in Winter 2025