This episode was recorded on August 16th, 2024. Margarita Mooney Clayton, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Practical Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary and a Visiting Research Fellow at Blackfriars Hall, Oxford University. She holds advanced degrees in Psychology and Sociology from Yale and Princeton Universities respectively. She is the author of several notable books, her academic pursuits particularly focusing on the role of sacred imagery in faith. As a speaker, she has graced various platforms, discussing topics in beauty, education, culture, and faith. Margarita is also the founder of the Scala Foundation, a nonprofit focused on restoring American culture through beauty, liberal arts education, and worship. Her husband, David Clayton, assists in her mission at Scala, bridging the gap between students, artists, teachers, and religious leaders for the revival of sacred art and music traditions.   Find more from Margarita: Website: https://margaritamooneyclayton.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ScalaFoundation https://scalafoundation.org/ https://comment.org/the-marian-gift-of-dependence/ https://scalafoundation.org/woundsofbeautybook/ https://www.ncregister.com/blog/three-things-benedict-xvi-taught-me-about-our-lady https://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/fatima-and-perseverance-in-trials/   Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TammyPetersonPodcast