Dr. Mark J. Zia

Dr. Mark J. Zia is Associate Professor of Theology and Director for Academic Enrichment Programs at Benedictine College. Originally from Southern New Jersey, he began teaching for Benedictine in the Summer of 2005, after having taught theology for Franciscan University of Steubenville and Ave Maria.  In addition to his post at B.C., he is also an adjunct professor for the Bishop Helmsing Institute of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, and is engaged in the instruction of candidates for the permanent deaconate. He lives in Atchison with his wife, Julia, and they have six children.

Dr. Zia is the author of The Faith Understood: An Introduction to the Catholic Faith.  Published June 14, 2013 by Emmaus Road Press.  Imprimatur/Nihil Obstat granted by Archbishop Joseph Naumann of Kansas City, Kansas.