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A Christian Theology of Immigration: Catholic Social Teaching Explained | Dr. Barnabas Aspray

Floreology··18 August 2026·58 min

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What does the Bible actually teach about borders, nations, and sovereign policy? Dr. Barnabas Aspray breaks down Catholic Social Teaching, Ordo Amoris, and how Christians can think about the immigration debate.🎙️ MORE OF DR. BARNABAS ASPRAY https://faithatthefrontiers.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@UCK44H7LgmSSiQdehlxBGwRg  https://www.routledge.com/On-the-Significance-of-Religion-for-Immigration-Policy/Aspray-Elcott/p/book/9781032645193🔗 MENTIONS & RESOURCES Retain What You Read: https://readwise.io/floreology/ Join the conversation - https://Floreology.com⏳ TIMESTAMPS 01:05 Introduction to Barnabas Aspray and His Work 04:20 The Imago Dei 05:01 Christian Values and Immigration Perspectives 06:09 Ordo Amoris 08:10 Practicality vs Theology 09:30 Christian Nationalism 12:31 Individual Ethics vs National Policy 17:41 The Voice of the Catholic Church 30:15 Magnifica Humanitas 35:01 Catholic Social Teaching 43:49 The Church as Cultural Witness 49:00 Diversity in the Church 54:01 Hope Amidst Challenges in Society🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW Floreology is dedicated to the science of human flourishing, and how it intersects with Christianity. Each week, we sit down with world-class experts to explore faith, science, and flourishing, to help you see the impact of Christianity on every aspect of human experience.📱 CONNECT WITH ME https://www.instagram.com/floreology/ https://www.facebook.com/floreology X / Twitter: https://x.com/simonussher🎧 PODCAST VERSIONS Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/floreology/id1888102939 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7585zSgny23cfx4vwRdeta📝 LEGAL & DISCLOSURES Some links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. The content in this video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.#Theology #ChristianityAndCulture #CatholicSocialTeaching #ImmigrationDebate #FaithAndPolitics