Gaven is a dynamic and engaging lecturer. A narrative theologian, his lectures focus on the stories and history of Sacred Scripture as the guiding light to understand complex topics about God, faith, Church, religion, good, evil, and our world today.
Gaven has lectured extensively on the Catholic sacraments and church ecclesiology. Additonally, his lecture themes and topics include:
- The Our Father and Nicene Creed as mission-focused prayers
- God’s love language
- Marvel and consecrated religious life
- Good storytelling and the transcendental virtues
- Pilgrimage and the art of staying on the mountain
- Oscar Romero
- The Seamless Garment versus Christian Nationalism
- Financial Stewardship versus Tithing
Degrees:
Master of Arts – Theology – University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Arts – Theology, Political Science – University of Notre Dame
Gaven can be reached via email at gmdevillier@gmail.com.
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