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==Early life and education==
==Early life and education==
Horan was born on November 15, 1983, in [[Pensacola, Florida|Pensacola]], [[Florida]]. He studied [[theology]] (in the School of Arts and Sciences) and [[journalism]] (in the Jandoli School of Journalism) at [[St. Bonaventure University]],<ref name="LafevereUniversity"/> and studied in the [[Master of Arts]] in [[systematic theology]] and [[Master of Divinity]] programs at the [[Washington Theological Union]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://hnp.org/wtu-concludes-final-year-mission/|title=HNPToday WTU Commencement|date=May 9, 2012 |access-date=March 27, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190327025617/https://hnp.org/wtu-concludes-final-year-mission/|archive-date=March 27, 2019|url-status=live}}</ref> He earned a [[Doctor of Philosophy]] degree in [[systematic theology]] from [[Boston College]].<ref name="Horan 2016"/>
Horan was born on November 15, 1983, in [[Pensacola, Florida|Pensacola]], [[Florida]]. He studied [[theology]] and [[journalism]] at [[St. Bonaventure University]] from 2001 to 2005.<ref name="LafevereUniversity"/> Horan entered the [[Order of Friars Minor]] in 2005, taking first vows in 2007.<ref name=americaBio>{{cite web |title=Daniel P. Horan |url=https://www.americamagazine.org/voices/daniel-p-horan |website=America Magazine |access-date=December 19, 2024 |language=en |date=10 January 2018}}</ref>. He earned a the [[Master of Arts]] in [[systematic theology]] in 2010 and a [[Master of Divinity]] in 2012 at the [[Washington Theological Union]].<ref name=americaBio/><ref>{{cite web|url=https://hnp.org/wtu-concludes-final-year-mission/|title=HNPToday WTU Commencement|date=May 9, 2012 |access-date=March 27, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190327025617/https://hnp.org/wtu-concludes-final-year-mission/|archive-date=March 27, 2019|url-status=live}}</ref> He was ordained a priest on May 19, 2012 by Cardinal [[Theodore McCarrick]].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rose |first1=Kara |title=A different kind of brother: Franciscan friars ordained as priests in Silver Spring |url=https://www.somdnews.com/archive/news/a-different-kind-of-brother-franciscan-friars-ordained-as-priests-in-silver-spring/article_881e6917-25b2-5a20-9d1d-40b832930c81.html |access-date=December 19, 2024 |work=Southern Maryland News |date=May 30, 2012 |language=en}}</ref> He earned a [[Doctor of Philosophy]] degree in [[systematic theology]] from [[Boston College]] in 2016.<ref name="Horan 2016"/>


==Career==
==Career==
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On October 3, 2024, Horan announced that he would be leaving the Franciscan order and ministry as a priest, and would be petitioning the Holy See for a dispensation from the rights and obligations of the clerical state ("[[Loss of clerical state|laicization]]").<ref name="noLonger"/> Citing the [[COVID-19 pandemic]] as a catalyst, Horan said that "subtle changes and growth" and a "wrestling with" where his passions were helped determine his decision.<ref>{{cite news |title=Director of the Center for the Study of Spirituality leaves priesthood |url=https://www.ndsmcobserver.com/article/2024/10/director-of-the-center-for-spirituality-leaves-priesthood |access-date=December 19, 2024 |work=The Observer |date=October 4, 2024}}</ref>
On October 3, 2024, Horan announced that he would be leaving the Franciscan order and ministry as a priest, and would be petitioning the Holy See for a dispensation from the rights and obligations of the clerical state ("[[Loss of clerical state|laicization]]").<ref name="noLonger"/> Citing the [[COVID-19 pandemic]] as a catalyst, Horan said that "subtle changes and growth" and a "wrestling with" where his passions were helped determine his decision.<ref>{{cite news |title=Director of the Center for the Study of Spirituality leaves priesthood |url=https://www.ndsmcobserver.com/article/2024/10/director-of-the-center-for-spirituality-leaves-priesthood |access-date=December 19, 2024 |work=The Observer |date=October 4, 2024}}</ref>


==Books==
== Controversies ==

*{{cite book |title=Dating God: Live and Love in the Way of St. Francis |edition=First |location=Cincinnati |publisher=Franciscan Media |year=2012 |isbn=978-1616361365}}
In 2019, Horan referred to the [[March for Life]] as a "repulsive and futile event" on [[Twitter]], sparking backlash.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Ertelt |first1=Steven |title=Catholic Priest Trashes March for Life as a “Repulsive and Futile Event” |url=https://www.lifenews.com/2019/01/21/catholic-priest-trashes-march-for-life-as-a-repulsive-and-futile-event/ |work=LifeNews.com |date=21 January 2019 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Thomas |first1=Kevin |title=March for Life Puts Focus on Uncomfortable Truth, Not Where Distractors Want It To Be |url=https://newbostonpost.com/2019/01/21/march-for-life-puts-focus-on-uncomfortable-truth-not-where-distractors-want-it-to-be/ |access-date=December 19, 2024 |work=NewBostonPost |date=January 21, 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190204111602/https://newbostonpost.com/2019/01/21/march-for-life-puts-focus-on-uncomfortable-truth-not-where-distractors-want-it-to-be/ |archive-date=February 4, 2019}}</ref> Horan has also been criticized by Catholic commentators for allegedly rejecting various teachings of the Catholic Church and misinterpreting or discarding elements of the Catholic intellectual tradition.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Giltner |first1=T. Alex |title=Franciscan friar’s attack on bishops and doctrine is a theological disaster |url=https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2023/04/05/franciscan-friars-attack-on-bishops-and-doctrine-is-a-theological-disaster/ |access-date=December 19, 2024 |work=Catholic World Report |date=April 5, 2023}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Ahmari |first1=Sohrab |author1-link=Sohrab Ahmari |title=A New Brand of Biblicism |url=https://www.firstthings.com/web-exclusives/2021/03/a-new-brand-of-biblicism |access-date=December 19, 2024 |work=First Things |date=March 18, 2021 |language=en}}</ref>
*{{cite book |title=Francis of Assisi and the Future of Faith: Exploring Franciscan Spirituality and Theology in the Modern World |edition=First |location=Phoenix |publisher=Tau Publishing |year=2012 |isbn=978-1619560413}}
*{{cite book |title=Franciscan Spirituality for the 21st Century: Selected Reflections from the Dating God Blog and Other Essays |edition=First |location=Boston |publisher=Koinonia Press |year=2012 |isbn=978-0615597539}}
*{{cite book |title=The Last Words of Jesus: A Meditation on Love and Suffering |edition=First |location=Cincinnati |publisher=Franciscan Media |year=2013 |isbn=978-1616364090}}
*{{cite book |title=Spirit and Life: A Franciscan Guide for Spiritual Reflection |edition=First |location=Boston |publisher=Koinonia Press |year=2013 |isbn=978-0615781167}} (With Julianne Wallace)
*{{cite book |title=Postmodernity and Univocity: A Critical Account of Radical Orthodoxy and John Duns Scotus |edition=First |location=Minneapolis |publisher=Fortress Press |year=2014 |isbn=978-1451465723}}
*{{cite book |title=The Franciscan Heart of Thomas Merton: A New Look at the Spiritual Inspiration of His Life, Thought, and Writing |edition=First |location=Notre Dame |publisher=Ave Maria Press |year=2014 |isbn=978-1594714221}}
*{{cite book |title=God is Not Fair and Other Reasons for Gratitude |edition=First |location=Cincinnati |publisher=Franciscan Media |year=2016 |isbn=978-1632531414}}
*{{cite book |title=Daybreaks: Daily Reflections for Advent and Christmas |edition=First |location=Liguori, MO |publisher=Liguori Publications |year=2017 |isbn=978-0764827303}} [Spanish trans: ''Un Nuevo Comienzo: Reflexiones Diarias Para Adviento y Navidad'']
*{{cite book |title=Daybreaks: Daily Reflections for Lent and Easter |edition=First |location=Liguori, MO |publisher=Liguori Publications |year=2018 |isbn=978-0764827310}} [Spanish trans: ''Un Nuevo Comienzo: Reflexiones Diarias Para Cuaresma y Pascua'']
*{{cite book |title=All God's Creatures: A Theology of Creation |edition=First |location=Lanham |publisher=Lexington Books/Fortress Academic |year=2018 |isbn=978-1978701533}}
*{{cite book |title=Reading, Praying, Living Pope Francis's Rejoice and Be Glad: A Faith Formation Guide |edition=First |location=Collegeville |publisher=Liturgical Press |year=2019 |isbn=978-0814664070}}
*{{cite book |title=Catholicity and Emerging Personhood: A Contemporary Theological Anthropology |edition=First |location=Maryknoll |publisher=Orbis Books |year=2019 |isbn=978-1626983366}}
*{{cite book |title=A White Catholic's Guide to Racism and Privilege |edition=First |location=Notre Dame |publisher=Ave Maria Press |year=2021 |isbn=978-1646800766}}
*{{cite book |title=The Way of the Franciscans: A Prayer Journey Through Lent |edition=First |location=London |publisher=SPCK |year=2021 |isbn=978-0281083176}}
*''Engaging Thomas Merton: Spirituality, Justice, and Racism'' (First ed.) Maryknoll: Orbis Books. 2023. ISBN 978-1626985445


== References ==
== References ==

Revision as of 17:47, 19 December 2024

Daniel Horan
Born (1983-11-15) November 15, 1983 (age 41)
Pensacola, Florida, U.S.
Occupations
  • theologian
  • author
Years active2007–present
Academic background
Alma mater
ThesisImagining Planetarity[1] (2016)
Doctoral advisorBrian Robinette[1]
InfluencesJohn Duns Scotus
Academic work
DisciplineTheology
Sub-disciplineSystematic theology
School or traditionScotism
InstitutionsSaint Mary's College (Indiana)
Websitedanhoran.com Edit this at Wikidata

Daniel Patrick Horan (born 1983) is a Catholic American theologian, author and former Franciscan priest.[2] He is currently the director of the Center for the Study of Spirituality and professor of Philosophy, Religious Studies, and Theology at Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana.[3][4] He is also affiliated Professor of Spirituality at the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, Texas.[5] He previously held the Duns Scotus Chair of Spirituality at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, and taught at several other academic institutions. He is a columnist for National Catholic Reporter.[6]

Early life and education

Horan was born on November 15, 1983, in Pensacola, Florida. He studied theology and journalism at St. Bonaventure University from 2001 to 2005.[7] Horan entered the Order of Friars Minor in 2005, taking first vows in 2007.[8]. He earned a the Master of Arts in systematic theology in 2010 and a Master of Divinity in 2012 at the Washington Theological Union.[8][9] He was ordained a priest on May 19, 2012 by Cardinal Theodore McCarrick.[10] He earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree in systematic theology from Boston College in 2016.[1]

Career

Horan taught in the Department of Religious Studies at Siena College in Loudonville, New York, and summer courses in the Department of Theology at St. Bonaventure University, the School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College, and at Catholic Theological Union. He serves on the Board of Trustees of St. Bonaventure University[7] and the Board of Regents of Franciscan School of Theology. He previously served several terms on the International Thomas Merton Society Board of Directors[11] and is a former columnist at America.[12][13]

Horan has written on Franciscan theology, philosophy, and spirituality[14] as well as given lectures and delivered academic papers (around the United States, Canada, and Europe) on the theological and social significance of the work of Thomas Merton.[15] He has also given workshops and delivered lectures on the intersection of the millennial generation and spirituality.[16] His current work focuses on postmodern thought and the use of medieval Franciscan thinkers like John Duns Scotus as well as the authentic retrieval of their thought for contemporary theological inquiry; the life, work and thought of Thomas Merton; and contemporary systematic and constructive theologies.[17]

Horan has spoken publicly on theological matters related to justice and inclusion in support of the LGBTQ+ community in the Catholic Church and society, including offering scholarly supported criticism of USCCB statements.[18][19] Additionally, Horan has advocated for a number of other justice issues in academic and popular venues, including in response to the global climate crisis, ecospirituality, and antiracism.[20]

On October 3, 2024, Horan announced that he would be leaving the Franciscan order and ministry as a priest, and would be petitioning the Holy See for a dispensation from the rights and obligations of the clerical state ("laicization").[2] Citing the COVID-19 pandemic as a catalyst, Horan said that "subtle changes and growth" and a "wrestling with" where his passions were helped determine his decision.[21]

Controversies

In 2019, Horan referred to the March for Life as a "repulsive and futile event" on Twitter, sparking backlash.[22][23] Horan has also been criticized by Catholic commentators for allegedly rejecting various teachings of the Catholic Church and misinterpreting or discarding elements of the Catholic intellectual tradition.[24][25]

References

  1. ^ a b c Horan, Daniel P. (2016). Imagining Planetarity: Toward a Postcolonial Franciscan Theology of Creation (PhD thesis). Boston: Boston College. hdl:2345/bc-ir:107266.
  2. ^ a b Horan, Daniel P. (October 3, 2024). "Always a Franciscan in spirit, but no longer a friar". National Catholic Reporter. Retrieved October 3, 2024.
  3. ^ "Center For Spirituality Website". Archived from the original on September 25, 2020. Retrieved August 26, 2021.
  4. ^ "Saint Mary's College Press Release". Archived from the original on August 26, 2021. Retrieved August 26, 2021.
  5. ^ "Oblate School of Theology Directory". Oblate School of Theology.
  6. ^ "NCR Website". www.NCRonline.org. Archived from the original on January 13, 2019. Retrieved January 12, 2019.
  7. ^ a b Lafevere, Patrice (December 7, 2018). "Memories of Merton's path linger at St. Bonaventure University". National Catholic Reporter. Retrieved May 12, 2019.
  8. ^ a b "Daniel P. Horan". America Magazine. January 10, 2018. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
  9. ^ "HNPToday WTU Commencement". May 9, 2012. Archived from the original on March 27, 2019. Retrieved March 27, 2019.
  10. ^ Rose, Kara (May 30, 2012). "A different kind of brother: Franciscan friars ordained as priests in Silver Spring". Southern Maryland News. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
  11. ^ "ITMS Officers and Board". www.merton.org. Archived from the original on January 27, 2012. Retrieved December 3, 2011.
  12. ^ "Daniel P. Horan". Archived from the original on April 6, 2013. Retrieved March 21, 2013.
  13. ^ ""Francis -- The Saint and the Pope" retreat Shalom". Telegraph Herald. June 6, 2015.
  14. ^ "C.V." January 9, 2019. Archived from the original on April 21, 2019. Retrieved January 30, 2019.
  15. ^ "ITMS 11TH General Meeting - Thomas Merton Center". www.mertoncenter.org. Archived from the original on September 5, 2009. Retrieved September 5, 2009.
  16. ^ "(Catholic San Francisco column)". Archived from the original on August 21, 2016. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  17. ^ "Television Interview". www.saltandlighttv.org. Archived from the original on January 30, 2019. Retrieved January 30, 2019.
  18. ^ "US bishops' document against transgender health care is a disaster".
  19. ^ Horan, Daniel P. (June 26, 2019). "What's the path to true dialogue about gender in the church?". National Catholic Reporter. Retrieved June 18, 2023.
  20. ^ "Daniel P Horan | Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame - Academia.edu". saintmarys.academia.edu. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  21. ^ "Director of the Center for the Study of Spirituality leaves priesthood". The Observer. October 4, 2024. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
  22. ^ Ertelt, Steven (January 21, 2019). "Catholic Priest Trashes March for Life as a "Repulsive and Futile Event"". LifeNews.com.
  23. ^ Thomas, Kevin (January 21, 2019). "March for Life Puts Focus on Uncomfortable Truth, Not Where Distractors Want It To Be". NewBostonPost. Archived from the original on February 4, 2019. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
  24. ^ Giltner, T. Alex (April 5, 2023). "Franciscan friar's attack on bishops and doctrine is a theological disaster". Catholic World Report. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
  25. ^ Ahmari, Sohrab (March 18, 2021). "A New Brand of Biblicism". First Things. Retrieved December 19, 2024.


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