Francisco Castillo, D.Min., has been appointed as the Spanish Language College of Reviewer for the groundbreaking Compelling Preaching Project at Catholic Theological Union (CTU). This innovative research initiative, conducted in collaboration with the University of Chicago's Department of Psychology, aims to explore the neurological and psychological impacts of Roman Catholic homilies across English and Spanish-speaking communities. Dr. Castillo's specialized expertise in liturgical theology and theological aesthetics will be crucial in analyzing the nuanced cultural and social dynamics that shape preaching reception in Spanish-speaking contexts.

The project's comprehensive approach integrates neuroscientific methodologies to develop empirical studies of preaching, with the dual objective of enhancing clergy communication effectiveness and providing advanced training resources for homiletics educators. By creating accessible, open-access multimedia resources, the research seeks to deepen understanding of how spiritual communication resonates within diverse congregational settings.

Learn more about the project here.