Talking Theology
Baptists believe in this form of church governance, meaning each local church is autonomous under the leadership of elders and congregation
What is Congregationalism?
This annual horse race, held at Churchill Downs, is the most famous sporting event in Louisville
What is the Kentucky Derby?
This mammal, known for its black and white coat, is native to China and primarily feeds on bamboo
What is a panda?
The island where Bryson was born.
What is Oahu?
This Latin phrase, meaning "from nothing," describes the way God created the universe
What is creatio ex nihilo?
This historic district in Louisville is known for having the largest collection of Victorian-era homes in the United States
What is Old Louisville?
This flightless bird, native to Australia, is known for its powerful legs and inability to fly, though it is capable of running at speeds up to 30 mph. It is also the mascot for Liberty Mutual Insurance.
What is the Emu?
This is the year Bryson came to Louisville to enlighten us with his presence. (Term and Year)
What is (happened in) Spring 2016?
This 17th-century theological debate between Arminians and Reformed theologians resulted in a formal articulation of the doctrines of grace
What is the Synod of Dort?
This Louisville-based baseball bat company, established in 1884, is responsible for producing the most iconic bats in Major League Baseball history
What is Louisville Slugger (Hillerich & Bradsby)?
This deep-sea fish is known for its glowing lure, which it uses to attract prey in the pitch-black depths of the ocean.
What is the anglerfish?
What is one sister?
This philosophical-theological model, associated with Alvin Plantinga, argues that God has exhaustive foreknowledge of all possible worlds and chooses to actualize the best possible one.
What is Molinism (or middle knowledge)?
This Louisville event, first held in 1957, is one of the largest and oldest juried art fairs in the country, showcasing over 200 artists from across the U.S.
What is the St. James Court Art Show?
This small mammal, native to the deserts of North America, is capable of surviving for long periods without water by metabolizing the moisture in its food
What is a kangaroo rat?
This is Bryson's greatest fear, also known as acrophobia. (No phones allowed)
What is a fear of heights?
This 19th-century German liberal theologian, known as the father of modern liberal Protestantism, redefined Christianity as a religion of subjective experience rather than divine revelation
Who is Frederich Schleiermacher?
Founded in 1921, this Louisville candy company is famous for creating the Modjeska, a caramel-covered marshmallow confection named after a Polish actress.
What is Muth's Candy?
This tiny fish is often considered the world's fastest swimmer, capable of reaching speeds of up to 68 mph in short bursts
What is the black marlin?
Who is Max Holloway?