Daniel P. Horan, OFM, is a Franciscan priest and theology, currently professor of philosophy, religious studies, and theology, and director of the Center for the Study of Spirituality Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame. He is an affiliated professor spirituality at Oblate School of Theology, Antonio and a columnist for the National Catholic Reporter. He is the author of over fifteen books, including two from Orbis: Catholicity and Emerging Personhood, and Engaging Thomas Merton.