On this episode of Nuance, Case is joined by David Hicks, author of Norms and Nobility: A Treatise on Education and The Stones Cry Out! Reflections on the Myths We Live By. Together they discuss the significance of Orthodox Christianity and the appeal of monasticism. David shares his journey from various Christian denominations to the Orthodox faith, highlighting the current growth of the tradition, as well as the importance of community and tradition. They also explore the intersection of faith and science, reflecting on common narratives in our culture and their impact on our understanding of faith and morality.

Take note: David Hicks uses the term myth to describe the narratives that undergird both religious and non-religious traditions. As Case points out, the term myth does not imply fiction or falsehood. As part of the Reformed and evangelical Christian traditions, The Collaborative affirms the inerrancy of the Bible as foundational for our faith and practice as Christians. At the same time, we acknowledge that various interpretive approaches to Scripture exist as secondary theological issues, which may differ among Christian denominations.

Episode Resources:

• St. Peter's Monastery
• Tending the Heart of Virtue: How Classic Stories Awaken a Child's Moral Imagination

Nuance is a podcast of The Collaborative where we wrestle together about living our Christian faith in the public square. Nuance invites Christians to pursue the cultural and economic renewal by living out faith through work every facet of public life, including work, political engagement, the arts, philanthropy, and more.

Each episode, Dr. Case Thorp hosts conversations with Christian thinkers and leaders at the forefront of some of today's most pressing issues around living a public faith.

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