Crime and Punishment in the Catholic Church
Michael C. McFarland, SJ
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In last month’s Gregorian University Foundation’s Distinguished Lecture, Rev. Robert Geisinger, SJ, canon law professor at the Gregorian University, who himself received his licentiate and doctorate in canon law at the Gregorian, spoke about the recent updates to the Church’s penal code. This might seem like an esoteric subject that has little to do with the lives of most Catholics; but, as Fr. Geisinger made clear, it is an essential part of the life of the Church and therefore impacts all of us.
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For those who weren’t able to join us for the 2022 Distinguished Lecture webinar, we are pleased to let you know that you can watch the recording by clicking below. Feel free to share this lecture with anyone you think might be interested.
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On July 19th, GUF Trustees Beth Marren and Susan & Bill Whelan hosted a reception for the Gregorian University Foundation at the Westchester Country Club Beach Club. Fr. Michael McFarland SJ and Fr. Bill George SJ were there to update our donors and friends about all that is happening in Rome. It was a lovely evening enjoyed by all.
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Maggie Marrone, Andy & Robin O'Brien, Jim Marrone
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Fr McFarland addressed the group
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Kathy Scaturro & Susan Whelan
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Dave Moran, Bill Whelan, Paul Soden
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in New York City
Monday, September 19
5-7 pm
USA East Province
of the Society of Jesus
Conference Center & Garden
53 East 83rd Street, New York, NY
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in St. Louis
Saturday, September 24
4 pm Vigil Mass
4:30 - 6 pm Reception
Samuel Cupples House
St. Louis University
3673 W Pine Blvd.
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In Memoriam
Gregorian University alumnus Cardinal Jozef Tomko died on August 8 in Rome at the age of 98. At the time of his death, the Slovakian-born cardinal was the world’s oldest living member of the College of Cardinals.
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In Memoriam
Renowned historian and Gregorian University alumnus Monsignor Vincent Borg died on July 12, aged 92. His death came a few days after the publication of the fourth volume of his monumental series, Melita Sacra, on the history of the Church in Malta within its socio-cultural milieu.
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Biblicum alumnus Bishop Richard Kuuia Baawobr of Wa, who is to be made a cardinal later this month, has been elected head of the African bishops’ conference.
The 63-year-old Ghanaian bishop, who will travel to Rome to receive a red hat Aug. 27, has said that he sees his new mission as a cardinal as “an invitation to serve.” Read more HERE.
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The Holy Father Pope Francis appointed Pontifical Oriental Institute alumnus Mar Andrews Thazhath as the Apostolic Administrator “Sede Plena” of Ernakulam-Angamaly Archdiocese of Syro Malabar Church on 30 July 2022. He will continue as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Trichur Syro Malabar Archdiocese.
Read more HERE.
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Gregorian University alumnus Msgr. William Millea (center) recently retired from the English Language desk of the Vatican Secretariat of State after over 30 years of service there. Congratulations on your retirement!
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Gregorian University alumnus Archbishop Paul Gallagher, who is Secretary for Relations with States within the Holy See's Secretariat of State, gave a wide-ranging interview to America's Vatican correspondent, Gerard O’Connell, in which he spoke about the geopolitical situation in the world, the war in Ukraine and relations between Russia and the Vatican.
Read the article HERE.
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Benedictine Fr. Harry Hagan, a Biblicum alumnus, recently celebrated his 50th Anniversary at Saint Meinrad Archabbey in Indiana. Fr. Hagan is an associate professor of Scripture in the Seminary and School of Theology and serves as a spiritual director. He has also written a number of hymns.
Read more HERE.
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Gregorian University alumnus Fr. Bradley Easterbrooks, a candidate for United States Military chaplaincy, was ordained a priest on Friday, June 24, 2022, at St. Gabriel Catholic Church in Poway, CA. Fr. Easterbrooks offered his first Mass of Thanksgiving for his Dad who passed away just hours after his ordination. Read more HERE.
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Fr. Patrick Reilley returned to the Diocese of Wichita after three years of study at the Gregorian University with a degree in canon law. He will be working for the diocesan Tribunal Office.
Read more HERE.
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Father Christopher Moriconi is a priest of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and is currently completing his graduate studies at the Pontifical Biblical Institute. His article. "Unlocking the hidden treasures of the ‘Our Father’" was recently featured on CatholicPhilly.com.
Read the article HERE.
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Pontifical Biblical Institute Student Gideon Warisa express his gratitude.
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Mass Cards
available online
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The Gregorian University Foundation is pleased to offer Mass cards for the living and for the deceased.
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Please click HERE to select the Gregorian University Foundation as your charity of choice.
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Praying with the Pope in August
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Pope Francis' Universal prayer intention for August is:
Small Businesses
We pray for small and medium sized businesses; in the midst of economic and social crisis, may they find ways to continue operating, and serving their communities.
Reflect further on the Prayer Intention for August and unite yourself with the Pope's Prayer Network Watch the Pope's Video >>
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