Show Notes
We talk about Bobby's newest book: "Gaming and the Heroic Life"! Coming out this November with Ave Maria Press, the book explores our draw to video games, what they have to do with God and beauty and purpose, and how to live virtuously online and in the real world. This is a great read for anyone who enjoys video games, as well as for parents and educators interested in understanding, appreciating, and evangelizing video game culture.
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The episode was sponsored by the Augustine Institute, which exists to help Catholics understand, live, and share their faith. Through initiatives like Amen, FORMED, the Graduate School of Theology, Word of Life, and others, the Augustine Institute forms Catholics for the New Evangelization to renew the Church and transform the world for Christ.
The always-free prayer app, Amen, leads Catholics to deeper prayer with guided meditations, sleep stories, and more. The Graduate School of Theology equips thousands of students—including Sr. Miriam James Heidland, Leah Darrow, and other alumni—to know and live their faith. Millions of Catholics worldwide benefit from FORMED, the premier streaming service for Catholic movies, children’s programming, audio dramas, and books. Word of Life makes catechesis fresh and exciting, so kids can grow up with a faith they’ll keep for life. God calls you to understand, live, and share your faith.
See how the Augustine Institute can support you in the New Evangelization: https://www.augustineinstitute.org/ -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/
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