2026 Cardinal Meyer Lecture
Join us on April 7th and 8th for the Cardinal Albert Meyer Lecture featuring Dr. Hosffman Ospino. Please check back soon for registration information and the full event schedule.
See photos from last year’s lecture
Topic of the Lecture
A Bright Star in a Conflicted Night!
Brother Peter Bray will speak on the situation in the Holy Land, the idea behind “Bethlehem University” (a Christian Brothers University, where he served as Vice Chancellor) and his insights into interreligious dialogue based on his time there.
Brother Bray will give a brief outline of why there is a conflict in the Holy Land and why Bethlehem University has been operating there for 50 years. He will reflect on some of the challenges it has faced in supporting the Christian population and providing opportunities for young people in Palestine.
Dr. Hosffman Ospino
Dr. Hosffman Ospino is a native of Colombia, where he pursued undergraduate studies in Philosophy. He holds an M.A. in theology with a concentration in Church History and a Ph.D. in Theology and Education from Boston College. His research explores the dialogue between faith and culture and the impact of this interchange upon Catholic theological education, catechesis, and ministry. He has served as the principal investigator for several nationally recognized studies on how the Hispanic Catholic presence is transforming parishes, schools and organizations. He has authored and edited more than a dozen books. He is a frequent speaker at national and international events. He is actively involved in ministry and faith formation projects in various parts of the United States.
About this Event
The Cardinal Albert Meyer Lecture Series began in 1984. It was named after Cardinal Meyer to recognize his significant influence on the Church. He was a man of great intelligence who spoke eloquently for the values promoted by the Church. Since that time a distinguished list of speakers has participated.
For this year’s two-part lecture, Br. Bray will serve as the guest speaker on Thursday, Mar 6. Br. Bray will present again on Friday, March 7 and will participate in a panel discussion with distinguished USML faculty members. Guests are invited to attend one or both days of the lecture.
Schedule
When: Thursday, March 6 and Friday, March 7
March 6 and 7
University of St. Mary of the Lake – Dining Hall
1000 E. Maple Avenue
Mundelein, IL 60060
Thursday, March 6, 2024
The University of St. Mary of the Lake – Dining Hall.
7:00 p.m. Welcome by the Rector and Program Introduction
7:15 p.m. Keynote Address
8:00 p.m. Q & A Session
8:30 p.m. Conclusion
Friday, March 7, 2024
The University of St. Mary of the Lake – Dining Hall.
9:00 a.m. Program Introduction
9:15 a.m. Keynote Address
10:00 a.m. Break
10:15 a.m. Faculty Responses by Fr. Ray Webb and Fr. John Guthrie
11:00 a.m. Q & A Session
11:30 a.m. Conclusion
Entrance: You can enter off Route 45 or Route 176 and follow the signs to the Purple Lot or Welcome Center.
Parking: As you arrive on campus, please look for the directional signage, “Special Event”, that will direct you to the Purple Parking for guest parking or along Principal Avenue.
Registration
The lecture is free and open to the public, but registration is required.