Of Carabaos and Communion: Understanding Sacraments

Dr. Ray Aguas offers several thought-provoking situations to explain what religious sacraments are, how they work, and why we do them.
The full learning packet (transcripts, slides, etc.) will be available on arete.ateneo.e....
Ray has been in Ateneo practically his whole life (from Prep until Master’s). After getting his Ph.D. in Systematic Theology from the University of Notre Dame (where he was privileged to work as Gustavo Gutierrez’s research assistant), he came back to Ateneo to resume his teaching.
He has taught extensively in the Theology Department’s graduate program, Formation Institute for Religion Educators (FIRE), training Religion teachers, as well as in the Loyola School of Theology. However, his passion lies strongest in teaching undergrads.
His research interests lie mainly in Liberation Theology, Religious Education, and the interaction of Faith and Politics.
The Magisterial Lecture series is a collection of selected talks from Ateneo classes, delivered by some of the University’s most respected faculty members. They are produced and shared for the benefit of learners everywhere.
Magisterial Lectures is an Areté Production done in partnership with the Department of Communication, Loyola Schools and the Eugenio Lopez Jr. Center for Multimedia Communication.
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[@nyuseco]

I pray that those who watched would watch over and over again and hope the experience bears fruits. We have a generous God who knows nothing but to give ang to give and He does not delegate the work of salvation. He is the God of Israel, He came as Jesus, He comes as the Holy Spirit. But He is a gentle God who will never force Himself on us. He is a God who knocks on our doors which can only be opened from the inside.

[@aplcrz]

He taught me that I could find God even when I've lost Him and myself so. Hearing his words now bring tears to my eyes, because I'm reminded of a time when it really felt like it all made sense. Down, down, down to the world have I gone.

[@nicksantos7586]

Even in my senior year I still find myself referencing Ray's lectures for my other subjects, despite having taken him during my freshman year. Best prof ever (kahit pinalabas niya ako that one time haha!) Best prof ever.

[@attyamlegal]

Classic Ray Aguas lecture. Sir, sana pwede isa pang lecture, 'yong tungkol naman sa Relative Autonomy.

[@chelseahannaherese308]

To echo what Apple had commented - “there was a time when it all made sense”… a reminder desperately needed during these times

[@bernardinayalong6165]

I miss you Sir Ray, thank you for sharing your thought provoking lectures especially when you were my pof in FIRE

[@lesliedominise802]

It is always time worthy to listen to all your discussions Sir Ray. Miss you po.

[@eugeneescalderon7692]

Wow... Thank you sir Ray... I miss the FIRE

[@henryregal6691]

Thanks Sir Ray. This is what I miss in FIRE. :)

[@RaymondBAguas]

Salamat, Henry.

[@dazhspace1470]

Wow Sir Ray. This shall spread

[@rafaelZzz21]

If I live Life following the footsteps of God, but do not go to mass.... What does that make me?

[@Supsup516]

Legend

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💙

[@joneilpinca8304]

Wowww

[@thesleepmonster]

YES RAY WORK THAT MINT GREEN

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