What does it really mean to preach with power and presence in today’s world?
In this deeply inspiring episode of The Attentive Heart, host Fr. John Gribowich welcomes Capuchin Father Edward Foley—a prolific scholar, preacher, and teacher whose work fuses theology, neuroscience, and the art of storytelling.
👤 About the Guest: Fr. Edward Foley, OFM Cap.
Fr. Foley is a Capuchin Franciscan, Catholic priest, theologian, and internationally renowned speaker on liturgy and preaching. A recipient of a Lilly Endowment grant for his work on compelling preaching, he teaches at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago and has authored numerous books, including Preaching as Paying Attention. His current research explores the intersection of neuroscience and homiletics.
Their conversation explores:
Fr. Foley offers a wise and pastoral voice—showing us how liturgy, storytelling, and lived experience can become deeply transformational, especially in today’s distracted, digital world.
🔍 Themes
🔗 Resources & Mentions
🕊 Final Reflection
“I don’t want to start with scripture—I want to start with the human condition. That’s where Christ enters.” — Fr. Edward Foley