David Palmer, MA, MTS
Teaches: Thomistic Philosophy
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About David Palmer
Dave Palmer teaches a course with Homeschool Connections called An Introduction to the Summa Theologica by St. Thomas Aquinas.
He’s taught the philosophy of the Angelic Doctor to high school students and adults for over ten years and has a particular interest in applying the teachings of the Summa to our everyday life experiences and how these experiences can help us better understand God and our final end.
Dave serves as Executive Director of the Guadalupe Radio Network’s Catholic Radio station in north Texas, KATH 910 AM, and is the host of several radio programs, including Back to the Father, a program focusing on the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas’ Summa Theologica which is broadcast on the Guadalupe Radio Network’s social media sites. He’s the author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone: 30 Quick and Fun Lessons, Activities and Outdoor Adventures Based on the Summa Theologica.
Dave and his wife, Paula, live in Texas and are proud parents of three children.
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About David Palmer
Mr. Palmer’s new book St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone: 30 Quick and Fun Lessons, Activities and Outdoor Adventures Based on the Summa Theologica, has been getting high praise.
Mr. Palmer holds a Bachelors’ degree in Communications/Journalism from Southern Methodist University and Masters’ in Broadcast Meteorology from Mississippi State University. He is currently the General Manager of the Guadalupe Radio Network Catholic radio station in North Texas.
Mr. Palmer has taught theology (Sacraments and Scripture) at Bishop Dunne Catholic High School, Dallas, and is married with two daughters.
See Courses
- Introduction to the Summa: Thomistic Philosophy
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Testimonials from Students & Parents
"I love the Summa now"
Student: “The Summa Theologica seemed boring to me before and now I have a much better understanding of it and I think I will read the Summa just for fun now. I love the Summa now and the philosophy of Thomas Aquinas.”
"The best teacher I have EVER had"
Student: “Mr. Palmer is by FAR the best teacher I have EVER had. His responses to my questions were so understandable, so prompt, and so well-written. I hope he does many more classes in the future. If he does anymore, I will be absolutely sure to take them.”
"A genius when it comes to explaining Thomas"
Student: “The homework was very hard but it made me think differently about things in a wonderful way. Mr. Palmer, in my opinion, is a genius when it comes to explaining Thomas and the Summa. The homework for this class was very good. “
"Very helpful, clear, and understanding"
Student: “Mr. Palmer was an excellent teacher, very helpful, clear, and understanding. I hope our paths cross again in the future.”
"My daughter thanked me every week"
Parent: “My daughter took the Intro to Summa course this year and thanked me every week for letting her take [Mr. Palmer’s] class.”
"Taught us all we needed to know about drama"
Student: “Mr. O’Brien was AWESOME!!! He is so funny!!! But he also taught us all we needed to know about drama!!!