Current Events
Synods and Synodality in the Contemporary Catholic Church: A Study in Ecclesiology
October 4, 2022 at 4:30pm, Knott Hall 107
A student presentation by Sophie Spedden, Class of '23
Past Events
Mass in Italian
Sunday, February 13, 2022 at 2 p.m., Alumni Memorial Chapel
Celebrated by Rev. Giuliano Gargiulo, Our Lady of Pompei Church
(These events are co-sponsored by the department of Modern Languages and Literatures, and the Center for the Humanities)
“The Jesuit Matteo Ricci and the ‘Impossible Black Tulip’: The Momentous First Meeting of East and West”
Thursday, February 17,2022 at 7 p.m. Knott Hall B 03
A lecture by Rev. Joseph Rossi, S.J., Professor of Theology,
Silence Kills the World: Catherine of Siena as a Missionary Disciple
Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 4:30 PM in McGuire East
Catherine Hilkert, O.P., a member of the Dominican Sisters of Peace, will be presenting on the writings of Saint Catherine of Siena for the Fall 2019 Common Text Lecture.
Co-sponsored by The Center for the Humanities and the Department of Theology
Material Translations: Ivory in a Medieval World System
Monday, October 7, 2019 at 7 PM in the 4th Floor Programming Room
Dr. Sarah Guerin, Assistant Professor of the History of Art at the University of Pennsylvania, will discuss the meaning, production, and use of ivory in medieval times.
Co-sponsored by the Art History Program, the Department of History, and the Medieval Studies Minor
John J. Conley, S.J. - Book Discussion and Dinner
Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 6:00 PM in the HUG Lounge and Refectory
John Conley, S.J. is hosting a book discussion and dinner for his newest release "The Other Pascals." RSVP to Madeline Rose. Pick up your copy of the book in the Theology Department, room 042C.
Performance: Catherine of Siena
Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 4:30 PM in McManus Theater
Sister Nancy Murray, O.P. brings the story of Saint Catherine of Siena to life in her one-woman show!
Co-sponsored by the Center for the Humanities and the Department of Theology
St. Oscar Romero: His Life and its Importance to us Today
Friday, November 8, 2019 at 4:30 PM in Knott Hall B01
Ernesto Valiente and Michael Lee will discuss the life and significance of the martyred El Salvadoran archbishop, Saint Oscar Romero.
Co-sponsored by Catholic Social Thought and the Center for the Humanities
Bearing the Weight of Reality: Following the Example of Oscar Romero
Saturday, November 9, 2019 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM in Hopkins Court Lounge (HOP 222)
A day of reflection led by Ernesto Valiente and Michael Lee. Spots are limited! All who would like to attend the Day of Reflection are expected to be in attendance at the Oscar Romero lecture on Nov. 8. Register on the google form to secure your spot.
Co-sponsored by Catholic Social Thought and Campus Ministry
Christmas Dinner and Liturgy of the Word
Saturday, December 7, 2019 at the home of Dr. Claire and Colin McGinnis
All are welcome! RSVP to Madeline Rose for more information.