Matthew J. Ramage

Matthew J. Ramage, Ph.D. is Professor of Theology at Benedictine College where he is co-director of its Center for Integral Ecology. His research, writing, and speaking concentrate especially on the theology of Joseph Ratzinger/Pope Benedict XVI, the wedding of ancient and modern methods of biblical interpretation, the dialogue between faith and science, and stewardship of creation. In addition to his other scholarly and outreach endeavors, Dr. Ramage is author, contributing author, or translator of over 30 books, including Dark Passages of the Bible (CUA Press, 2013), Jesus, Interpreted (CUA Press, 2017), The Experiment of Faith (CUA Press, 2020), From the Dust of the Earth (CUA Press, 2022), The Essential Guide to Ratzinger (OSV, 2025), and Cosmic Covenant (Word on Fire Academic, 2026). When he is not teaching or writing, Dr. Ramage enjoys exploring the great outdoors with his wife and eight children, tending his orchard, and perfecting his craft at the barbecue pit.