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UPCOMING EVENT:
February 15, 2024
What remains of Vatican II?
Catholic “crisis” and the meaning of Catholic tradition.
Join us on February 15, 2024, as we welcome our USML Paluch Lecturer Dr. Massimo Faggioli, professor in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies at Villanova University (Philadelphia).
The lecture will frame the controversies about Vatican II in light of the massive changes in our sense of history or, in technical terms, our “regime of historicity” of “presentism”. Our sense of the past has become weaker and this has effects on our ability to “see” the tradition – in ways that are different for both traditionalists and for those who have “monumentalized” Vatican II. This framing helps not just to relativize these controversies, but also to keep a strong sense of the Catholic tradition – important for our intellectual and theological work, spiritual discernment, pastoral care. This is essential to navigate our polycrises (abuse, racism, gender etc.) and not be paralyzed by the challenges ahead.
At its core, the Paluch Lecture is a celebration of theological inquiry, designed to explore the vast and intricate realms of Catholic theology. Each year, the series brings a distinguished scholar, theologian, and expert to share their insights, research, and reflections on the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of theology.
Dr. Massimo Faggioli
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UPCOMING EVENT:
CARDINAL MEYER LECTURE
March 7 and 8, 2024
Protocol, Politics and Posterity: The Legacy of Pope Benedict XVI and the Future of the Church
Join us for the Cardinal Albert Meyer Lecture featuring John L. Allen Jr., President and Founder of Crux, an independent Catholic news site.
John L. Allen Jr. is the President and Founder of Crux, an independent Catholic news site, after serving as Senior Correspondent for the National Catholic Reporter and Associate Editor for the Boston Globe. He also serves as Senior Vatican Analyst for CNN. He’s the author of twelve best-selling books on the Vatican and Catholic affairs, and he writes frequently on the Church for major national and international publications. He’s also a popular speaker on Catholic affairs, both in the United States and abroad.
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UPCOMING EVENT:
LENTEN REFLECTION WITH FR. JOHN KARTJE
March 25, 2024
7:00pm – 8:00pm in Mundelein Hall
Start Holy Week with a Lenten reflection with Father John Kartje, Rector of Mundelein Seminary.
His talk is entitled: Why You Can’t “Give Up Shame” and What to Do About It
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NEWS:
PANEL DISCUSSION
On Tuesday, January 23 the University of Saint Mary of the Lake and Regina Dominican proudly co-sponsored a captivating Catholic women’s panel discussion on leadership, guided by the foundation of faith. This event was not just a conversation; it was an inspiring celebration of the strength, resilience, and grace that women bring to leadership roles.
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PLAN YOUR LEGACY
Consider a gift to USML in your estate plans. Your donation will have lasting implications for the future of the Catholic Church. As USML educates/trains both ordained and lay leaders of the Church, your legacy will ensure this quality education will be available to those called to Christ’s ministry for decades to come. Bequest – IRA – Charitable Gift Annuity -Life Insurance
Contact Maureen McGrain for more information at mmcgrain@usml.edu.
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RECTOR REFLECTIONS
Father John Kartje, serving as both Rector and President of the University of Saint Mary of the Lake, demonstrates his commitment to spiritual guidance through his weekly recorded sermons and reflections. With a passion for fostering a nurturing environment at the seminary, Father Kartje shares his insights and teachings, providing a source of inspiration and connection for the university community. His efforts contribute to spiritual growth and intellectual development fostering a rich and vibrant atmosphere at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake.
You can listen to his Rector Reflections on our website by clicking here. |
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ALUMNI UPDATES
Calling all alumni! We want to hear from you. Please submit any news you’d like to share with us and we will include it in our next issue of the Bridge Magazine this Spring. Or simply take the opportunity to update your information for our records.
You can provide an Alumni Update on our website by clicking here. |
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UPCOMING EVENT:
April 18, 2024
Union League Chicago
Join us for our 31st Annual Celebration of Mundelein at our annual evening of tribute on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the Union League Chicago.
This year’s As Those Who Serve honoree is the Reverend Dennis Holtschneider, president of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU) and past president of DePaul University.
This year’s Christo Gloria honoree is Joe Paprocki, D.Min., National Consultant for Faith Formation at Loyola Press.
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22nd ANNUAL FR. PAT O’MALLEY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT RESULTS
On Friday, January 26 through Sunday, January 28 Mundelein Seminary held its annual Fr. Pat O’Malley basketball tournament. Ten seminaries from across the country competed in Pool Play to earn a spot to play in the Championship Bracket.
St. Joseph Seminary from Covington, Louisiana, the Lakers from Mundelein Seminary, Sacred Heart Seminary from Franklin, Wisconsin, and Conception from Conception, Missouri played in the Championship bracket with St. Joseph Seminary placing 1st, Conception Seminary placing 2nd, and the Lakers from Mundelein Seminary placing 3rd.
View the brackets, scores and watch the games on our website by clicking here.
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ACOLYTE INSTALLATION MASS
On January 23, Bishop Michael McGovern from the Diocese of Belleville presided over the Acolyte Installation Mass, an annual ceremony for individuals aspiring to the priesthood, marking a significant step towards Holy Orders. In this ritual, seminarians undergo the installation as lectors first and then progress to acolytes in the subsequent year.
Learn more and view the photos on our website by clicking here.
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LUNAR NEW YEAR MASS
In a heartwarming display of cultural unity, our seminarians joyously celebrated the 2024 Lunar New Year with a special Mass, celebrated by Fr. Dominic Nguyen (class of 2023) that seamlessly blended traditional Catholic rituals with the rich tapestry of Asian Culture.
View all the photos on our website by clicking here.
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USML’s DR. MARIA BARGA DELIVERS A VIDEO SEMINAR FOR USCCB’s SUNDAY SEMINARY SERIES
Dr. Maria Barga, Assistant Professor at USML and distinguished biblical scholar, is featured in a video from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops “Sunday Seminar Series” about Sacred Scripture presenting a topic of Rezando los Psalmos (Praying the Psalms).
La Dra. María Barga, profesora adjunta de la USML y distinguida erudita bíblica, aparece en un video de la “Serie de seminarios dominicales” de la Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de los Estados Unidos sobre la Sagrada Escritura que presenta un tema de Rezando los Psalmos.
View the video on our website by clicking here.
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MASTER OF ARTS IN PASTORAL STUDIES
The Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (MAPS) degree helps the University actualize its mission and vision for lay formation in the Catholic Church by providing graduate level theological education in the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Students are formed in the Catholic tradition so they are able:
- To evangelize and catechize the community and culture
- Interpret scripture according to the mind of the Church, with an accurate historical awareness
- Learn sacramental and theological perspectives of the Catholic Church
- Respond to questions of ethics due to the program’s emphasis on the Catholic moral tradition
Upon successful completion of the program, students receive a Certificate of Studies from the University of Saint Mary of the Lake.
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ONLINE SHORT COURSE
An Introduction to the Sacred Liturgy
A Beginners Guide to Understanding the Catholic Mass
This free course introduces the theological and pastoral dimensions of the sacred liturgy. Specifically, it uncovers the spiritual reality of every liturgical celebration, considers the ritual medium employed by liturgical celebrations, and examines the various sacramental signs and symbols that contribute to a liturgical rite, such as objects, actions, words, time, ministers, music, and architecture.
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