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John Cavadini is a Professor of Theology at the University of Notre Dame and serves as the McGrath-Cavadini Director of the McGrath Institute for Church Life. His work focuses on patristic theology, particularly the writings of St. Augustine and Origen, and he engages deeply with early Christian exegesis and medieval theological traditions.
- Education
- B.A., Wesleyan University
- M.A., Marquette University
- M.A., Yale University
- M.Phil., Yale University
- Ph.D., Yale University
Cavadini’s research spans Patristic Theology, Patristic Exegesis, and Mariology, with a focus on Augustine’s City of God, early Christian biblical interpretation, and theological dialogue between Christianity and Judaism in antiquity. His recent graduate courses include studies on Augustine’s works, Origen, and Gregory the Great, while undergraduate offerings cover core Catholic theology, miracles, and topics like creation and resurrection.
His selected publications reflect expertise in medieval theological texts, Augustine’s intellectual legacy, and early Christian hermeneutics. Cavadini also administers programs such as Echo, Vision, and the Notre Dame Center for Liturgy, bridging academic theology with ecclesial practice.
- Scientific Awards
- Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters (2022)
- Monika K. Hellwig Award (2018)
As director of the McGrath Institute for Church Life, he oversees initiatives connecting Notre Dame to the broader Church, including conferences like 'Saturdays with the Saints' and collaborations with the USCCB Committee on Doctrine and the International Theological Commission.
