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Religious & Spiritual Programs on Jesuit Campuses
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Fairfield University Co-Sponsors Theological Colloquium in Rome
Fairfield University President Mark R. Nemec, Ph.D., offered the welcoming address at an international conference in November that commemorated the life and work of St. Robert Bellarmine, S.J., the University’s patron saint. During this time, he also met with Rev. Arturo Sosa, S.J., superior general of the Society of Jesus. Entitled “Rethinking Bellarmine Between Theology, Philosophy and History,” the three-day conference, held from November 17 to 19, commemorated the 400th anniversary of the death of St. Bellarmine (1621-2021).
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New Book Offers Timeless Lessons From 20th-Century Catholic Artists and Activists
In her new book, “Kindred Spirits: Friendship and Resistance at the Edges of Modern Catholicism,” Brenna Moore, Ph.D., professor of theology at Fordham University, explores an international network of “20th-century Catholic movers and shakers” who resisted forms of oppression and sustained their work through friendship. These Catholic historians, theologians, poets and activists fought against issues in the early to mid-1900s that still exist today, said Moore.
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Saint Louis Exhibit Presents Overlooked Stories of Faith, Hope and Survival
Pertenencias / Belongings places fine art photographer Tom Kiefer’s photographs within a broader consideration of the human need to migrate. A significant feature of the exhibition is a series of photographs of backpacks that evoke the Christian devotional practice of the Stations of the Cross. Backpacks are an essential element of the migrant journey, and Kiefer found a compelling connection between Jesus carrying his cross and migrants carrying all their worldly possessions on their backs across the desert.
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Travel Course to Less Known Places in the Holy Land Influences Theology Professor's Research
A travel course meant to engage students in the present-day lives of Christians living in the Holy Land has led to a new perspective regarding the ancient religious texts researched by The University of Scranton Theology Associate Professor Michael G. Azar, Ph.D. Here, he shares how his course, Christianity in the Middle East, deepened his theological scholarship in unexpected ways.
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Government Relations
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” says a popular Christmas song. For many, it is! However, members of the House and Senate are working hard to try to advance must-pass legislation before the New Year, including bills that will direct resources to students with demonstrated economic need, putting us on a path towards equity and opportunity.
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