New on Engaging the Divides, IACS Affiliated Research Scholar @triciacbruce.bsky.social writes about her work as consultor to the Vatican’s General Secretariat of the Synod, from meetings with Pope Francis to the ever-watchful gaze of a bobblehead on her desk.
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Power. Hierarchy. Responsibility. Change.
What does it mean to share power in a Church built on hierarchy?
How does synodality challenge — and also reaffirm — traditional authority?
IACS Affiliated Scholar Elaine Ecklund and author Denise Daniels will examine approaches for understanding how organizations can engage with religion to foster equity and reduce polarization.
Co-sponsored by IACS, @usccrcc.bsky.social and USC Annenberg.
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TOMORROW: Join us for a discussion at 12 p.m. on how religious identities are expressed and negotiated in the workplace, with a particular focus on the challenges and opportunities posed by religious pluralism in professional settings.
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Watch a conversation IACS hosted with Dr. Bruce on the role of women in the Church:
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New on Engaging the Divides, sociologist and IACS Affiliated Research Scholar @triciacbruce.bsky.social reflects on her mother, Mary, and the evolving discussions on women’s roles in the Church and across society.
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The Synod on Synodality brought together voices from around the world in a historic moment for the Catholic Church.
But when it comes to decision-making and leadership, what role do women play?
Meet our Affiliated Scholars!
Across diverse disciplines, IACS Affiliated Scholars show how the #Catholic intellectual tradition inspires thought across society.
No matter their focus, they engage worldviews to spark public conversation.
Discover more: dornsife.usc.edu/iacs/affilia...
Engaging the Divides delves into a wide array of contemporary topics, blending intellectual rigor with a commitment to constructive dialogue.
Read a message from IACS President Dr. Richard Wood: dornsife.usc.edu/iacs/2025/01...
Engaging the Divides reflects the Catholic tradition’s commitment to thoughtful dialogue and its relevance in addressing global and local challenges facing society. Rather than deepen existing divisions, our forum seeks to advance understanding and inspire actionable change.
We're proud to launch Engaging the Divides, an innovative online forum fostering constructive dialogue on today’s most urgent issues. Our initiative brings together leading researchers, scholars, and practitioners from diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and viewpoints to seek common ground.
IACS President Dr. Richard Wood appeared on @ewtnews.bsky.social to discuss Catholics in the Trump administration, and the influence they may have in setting public policy aligned with Catholic social teaching.
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New on Engaging the Divides: IACS Affiliated Research Scholar @triciacbruce.bsky.social writes about the Synod on Synodality, offering a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the Vatican and her experience participating in the historic October Synod gathering.
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Through expert commentary and thoughtful dialogue, we aim to find common ground and craft solutions that inspire understanding and respect.
Join us as we reimagine a future where dialogue leads to collaboration and action. Explore Engaging the Divides at dornsife.usc.edu/iacs/engaging-the-divides
We’re excited to announce the launch of Engaging the Divides — a bold new initiative from IACS bringing together researchers, scholars and practitioners from diverse backgrounds, disciplines and viewpoints to discuss urgent challenges facing the #CatholicChurch and society.
IACS works in the realm of ideas, drawing on the deep reservoirs of the #Catholic intellectual tradition to shape debate on crucial contemporary issues and to renew the wellsprings of #Catholicism across society.
To learn more about supporting us, visit iacs.usc.edu.
At IACS, our Affiliated Scholars are researchers and innovators shaping bold conversations at the intersection of faith, history, and culture.
Learn more about Dr. Bitel and the scholars redefining #Catholic thought: dornsife.usc.edu/iacs/affilia...
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Her new book from @oupacademic.bsky.social “Otherworld: Nine Tales of Wonder and Romance from Medieval Ireland,” is a lively translation and retelling of little-known stories composed more than a thousand years ago in the monastic libraries of Ireland.
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Meet our Affiliated Scholars!
Lisa Bitel, Ph.D., is the Dean’s Professor of Religion & Professor of History at @uscdornsife.bsky.social.
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TODAY: Join us at 9 a.m. PT for a conversation with editors and authors behind the recently-published issue of the Journal of Catholic Social Thought. Together, they'll explore how we can effectively organize for the healthiest future for the Church and democracy.
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Co-hosted by the Collaborative for Catholic Organizing and IACS, this session will spark bold ideas and transformative action.
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Join us Friday, Jan. 17 at 9 a.m. PT to hear from editors, authors, and organizers featured in the latest Journal of Catholic Social Thought. Discover how these ideas are being used to shape a more just and compassionate society.
⏳ Happening tomorrow!
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about how Catholic Social Teaching fuels grassroots organizing.
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Generations in Dialogue is our flagship program, and the current cohort includes scholars in the fields of religion, #theology, ethics, technology, medicine and science.
Learn more: dornsife.usc.edu/iacs/gid/
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The current cohort of our Generations in Dialogue Program will gather in February in Austin to explore topics on transhumanism and meet with Jordan Amadio, M.D., director of neurosurgery at Neuralink.
Patrick Whelan, a member of the IACS Academic Advisory Council, writes a powerful reflection on the resilience of Pacific Palisades and President Jimmy Carter’s enduring message of hope.
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Join us this Friday at 9 a.m. PT for a session on Catholic Social Teaching & grassroots organizing.
Editors, authors & organizers featured in the Journal of Catholic Social Thought will explore faith-driven change in a just society.
RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Meet the exceptional minds shaping our future!
The IACS Academic Advisory Council brings global expertise, drives innovation and champions our mission across the globe.
Explore their work & join the conversation: dornsife.usc.edu/iacs/academi...
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On our News & Insights blog, IACS President Dr. Richard Wood explores deeper questions:
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Labor unions spark fierce debate in today’s polarized world. But in Catholic teaching, well-run unions are essential for protecting human dignity and building a thriving economy.
How do we balance free markets with worker representation to create a fair economy for all?
