Dr Caitlin West
Crash Course Catholicism
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Catholic speaker, podcaster, university lecturer, and founder of Crash Course Catholicism.
Clear, orthodox Catholic formation for parishes, schools, universities, chaplaincies, conferences, retreats and Catholic events.
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Years Teaching
Catholic talks that are clear, faithful and engaging
Caitlin speaks from Scripture, the Catechism, and the teaching of the Catholic Church. Her talks are designed to be intellectually serious, pastorally accessible, and practical for ordinary Catholics trying to live the faith today.
Whether speaking to students, catechists, parishioners, young adults, teachers or Catholic professionals, Caitlin helps people see that Catholic teaching is not distant or abstract, but true, beautiful, reasonable and liveable.
Popular Speaking Topics
How to be a faithful Christian in the modern world
Friendship and dialogue in a post-Christian society
What is the New Evangelisation and how can we participate in it?
Lessons on Faith and Friendship from the Arts and Culture
Let’s talk about what your community needs
The themes above are there to help start the conversation. They are not a rigid list of set talks.
Most communities have their own questions, hopes and challenges, so Caitlin is happy to speak with organisers about what would be most useful for their parish, school, chaplaincy, staff team or volunteer group.
Sessions can be shaped around the people attending, the purpose of the event, and the kind of formation you are hoping to offer.
If you are not quite sure what would work best, that is completely fine. Get in touch, and we can talk through what might serve your community well.
What hosts can expect
Faithful to Catholic teaching
Caitlin speaks from Scripture, the Catechism and the living tradition of the Church.
Clear and accessible
Complex ideas are explained without becoming shallow or vague.
Engaging and human
Caitlin’s background in theatre, comedy, music and teaching shapes a warm, thoughtful speaking style.
Practical for real life
Her talks help people understand not only what the Church teaches, but how to live it.