Michael Sherman

Michael Sherman is a Lecturer in Theology at Carlow College, St. Patrick’s. He is pursuing a Ph.D. at the Pontifical University, St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, focusing on history and transcendence in Karl Rahner’s theology. He has conducted research in Fundamental Theology at the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg in Germany and serves as an adjunct researcher at the Irish Centre for Faith and Culture, Maynooth (2012–present).

Education:

• BA.Th.
• M.Th.
• Ph.D. candidate (Pontifical University Maynooth)

Research Interests:

His work examines Karl Rahner’s theology, the influence of Martin Heidegger’s existential philosophy on 20th-century Catholic thought, intersections between theology and artistic expression, and contemporary religious experience. He explores how theological concepts engage with modern cultural contexts through interdisciplinary lenses.

Awards & Grants:

No specific awards or grants listed in the provided text.

Labs/Teams:

Affiliated with the Irish Centre for Faith and Culture as an adjunct researcher.