Professor Ogilvie has been a lecturer in theology for 30 years. He has been a certified self-defence instructor since 2011 and a qualified venomous snake catcher since 2016.
It’s an unconventional combination.

A catechist always must teach what the church teaches and that includes the vision and teachings of the Second Vatican Council. It must focus on leading people to a personal relationship with Christ and building a community of believers where the talents of each person are valued and where all go out to share the Gospel and serve the poor, Pope Francis said.