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J. Budziszewski (Boo-jee-shef-ski) — a.k.a. "Professor Theophilus" — is here to help you tackle the tough issues.
Part advisor, part mentor, Professor Theophilus puts things in perspective and explains how your worldview underwrites not only your lifestyle, but also the decisions you make. Something more about Professor Theophilus
Term of the Week
Ecumenical
Function: adjective
Definition: pertaining to the whole Christian church. (from Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1))
Use in a sentence: On Elizabeth's campus was an Ecumenical Campus Ministry, which sought to bring together Christians of various faith traditions.
Mis-use in a sentence: In order to encourage men from all different walks of life to get their yearly checkups, a group of doctors decided to start a system of clinics for men called "Ecumenical."
Use in an article: In his latest Ask Theophilus column, J. Budziszewski (a.k.a., Professor Theophilus) addresses a reader's question about the ins and outs of baptism. Since the reader doesn't provide too many details, the professor answers her question "in an ecumenical spirit," covering aspects of baptism upon which the vast majority of Christians agree. If you've ever had questions about baptism, then we highly recommend your read Prof Theo's answer.
ASK THEOPHILUS
If you have a question you'd like Professor Theophilus to consider for this column, please send it to asktheo@trueu.org. Please note, all questions selected for "Ask Theophilus" may be edited for clarity and privacy, and become the property of Focus on the Family.
Ask Theophilus: Interesting Things to Worry About
by J. Budziszewski, (05-01-08)
Are you close to graduation and wondering if the last four years have been a waste? Professor Theophilus answers a question from a student who's wondering what to do next.
Ask Theophilus: The Cliff, the Girl, and the Dream
by J. Budziszewski, (04-03-08)
Theophilus answers questions from someone dealing with depression and from a girl who's not sure she's in love with her fiance.
Ask Theophilus: Advice to the Lustlorn
by J. Budziszewski (03-06-08)
Professor Theophilus opens the mail bag again. And this time it's all about relationships.
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OFFICE HOURS
These articles by the good professor are bound to shed light on something you've wondered (perhaps even worried) about. We recommend that you not only read them, but also memorize them.
Office Hours: All Those Errors in the Bible, Part 1
by J. Budziszewski (04-10-08)
Ever wonder if there are mistakes in the Bible? Join in on the conversation between Nathan and Professor Theophilus.
Office Hours: None of Yer Bizness
by J. Budziszewski (03-13-08)
Travis was rejected by the girl he likes because he's not a Christian. He's angry about it and is taking it all out on Professor Theophilus.
Office Hours: Playing by the Rules, Part 2 of 2
by J. Budziszewski (02-14-08)
What's the difference between abstinence and chastity? Professor Theophilus and his student finish their conversation about physical boundaries in relationships.
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