Paluch Lecture
February 13, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: The University of St. Mary of the Lake, Dining Hall
Holistic Formation in Christian Faith: Catholic Education for Belonging, Believing, Becoming, and Beyonding
During this presentation, you will learn how we can intentionally direct our own ongoing faith formation and how theological educators can provide a comprehensive and holistic education in faith. Specifically, you will learn about the 4Bs holistic, integrated religious education curriculum. The first 3Bs are education for belonging in the Church and society, being guided to embrace beliefs to guide our lives, and becoming self-actualized persons in a community of faith. These lead out to the 4th B, beyonding: learning to look beyond the present so we can discern how, today, the Church is called to live out its mission to consecrate the world to Christ, stated differently, to welcome and work to bring about the fuller realization of God’s Kingdom.
Registration
The lecture is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
About Dr. Harold D. Horell
Dr. Harold D. Horell is the Margaret and Chester Paluch Chair of Theology at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake. He holds a Ph.D. in Theology and Education from Boston College, an M.T.S. from Harvard Divinity School, and an MA in Philosophy from the University of Dayton. He has a wealth of experience in teaching, research, and forming leaders for the Church’s apostolic mission. Dr. Horell has fostered dialogue and collaboration within academic and church communities throughout his professional career. Before joining the USML community, he served for twenty-one years as a member of the Fordham University Graduate School of Religion and Religious Education faculty. His primary vocation is as a husband, father, and grandfather.
The Annual Paluch Lecture
The Paluch Lecture stands as an illustrious annual event within the Catholic intellectual landscape, epitomizing the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, and a profound understanding of theology. Named in honor of Margaret and Chester Paluch, devout patrons of theological scholarship, this lecture series has become a hallmark gathering for scholars, theologians, and the faithful alike.
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.
The Paluch Lecture serves as a forum for dialogue, intellectual exchange, and the exploration of the profound intersections between faith and reason. Attendees can deepen their understanding of the Catholic intellectual tradition. The annual Paluch Lecture not only contributes to the academic and theological community but also serves as a beacon of intellectual curiosity, promoting a holistic understanding of the Catholic faith in the context of the broader human experience.
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Schedule
Dr. Harold D. Horell, the Margaret and Chester Paluch Chair of Theology at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake, will deliver this year’s Paluch Lecture:
- Date: October 24, 2024
- Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
- USML/Mundelein Seminary, 1000 East Maple Ave, Mundelein, IL 60060
- Mundelein Hall – Dining Hall
History of the USML Paluch Lecture
In 1990, the Chester and Margaret Paluch Chair of Theology was established through a generous donation to foster theological studies at Mundelein Seminary. The first recipient of this honor from 1990-1993 was Rev. Eugene LaVerdiere, S.S.S. Past recipients have included; Dr. Edward Kantowicz, Dr. Ewert Cousins, Rev. Edward Oakes, S.J., Rev. Joseph Henchey, CSS, Sr. Sara Butler, M.S.B.T., Dr. David Fagerberg, Dr. Reinhard Huetter and Msgr. Paul McPartlan.
The central focus of the annual lecture, named for Margaret and Chester Paluch, is theology, but its range is broad and interdisciplinary, embracing different aspects of the study of religion and theology from various academic perspectives.