Information Magazine of the Pontifical Gregorian University - Roma/Aut

Year XXIV – n. 54 / Special Issue - Summer 2019

Virtus et Scientia Information Magazine of the Pontifical Gregorian University - Roma/Aut. n. 52/2009 - tassa pagata - Taxa perçue - Roma/Aut. n. 52/2009 - tassa pagata - Taxa A CHURCH WHICH GOES FORTH Poste Italiane S.p.A. - Spedizione in abbonamento postale - D.L. 353/2003Poste n. 46) art. I, comma 2 e 3 - (conv. in L. 27/02/2004

The first CHRISTIANITY ONE AND ISLAM HUNDRED from study A RENEWAL YEARS to encounter PROGRAM of Gregorianum for Missionaries 1 EDITORIAL

1 Why choose the Gregorian University? | Fr. N. da Silva Gonçalves, S.J.

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2 Christianity and Islam, from study to encounter | Interview with Fr. Laurent Basanese S.J.

2 5 I am a Muslim and I study Christianity | I. Alla

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8 A Renewal Program for Missionaries | Interview with Fr. B. Lobo, S.J. 8 10 Amazon: challenges and prospects for our Common Home | P. Xalxo, S.J. 14 The voice of Silence | Editorial Staff

16 Doesn’t God dwell here anymore? | O. Bucarelli

18 Crossroads of knowledge | S. Del Bove, S.J. 21 2018-2019: the Year of Cardinal Bea 50th Anniversary † | Cardinal Bea Centre for Judaic Studies

24 Jesus and the Pharisees | J. Sievers - P. Pegoraro

GREG COMMUNITY 28 26 Freisemester, an opportunity for enrichment | K. A. Fuchs 28 Four postcards from the Gregorian | D. A. Garnica

30 Walking amidst past and present | J. Di Domenico - E. Belli

32 The first one hundred years of Gregorianum | Editorial Staff

34 Books & Periodicals 35 Social media

Editor-in-Chief Year XXIV – n. 54 – Special Issue | www.unigre.it/LaGregoriana Gian Paolo Salvini, SJ Graphic project and layout Editor publinext.it - e-designer.it Paolo Pegoraro [email protected] Printing Abilgraph S.r.l. Editorial staff Via Pietro Ottoboni, 11 | Roma Maria Rita Marcotulli [email protected] Cover photo P. Pegoraro Pontiﬁcal Gregorian University Piazza della Pilotta, 4 | 00187 Roma | Italy Tel. +39 06 6701.1 | Fax +39 06 6701.5419 Printed in July 2019 CF 80093970582 Banca Popolare Etica: Registration at the Court of Rome IBAN IT74 I050 1803 2000 0000 0118 079 n. 134 March 29, 1996 Postal Account n. 10304020 EDITORIAL

few months ago, in the last question of an inter- Aview on the University, suggesting to conclude with a final synthesis, the journalist asked me: Why choose “Why choose the Gregoriana?” Indeed, why should students decide to study at the Gregoriana while there are ecclesiastical academic institutions throughout the world and it is often recommended that the first stages the Gregorian of formation take place in the areas of origin? Studying at the Gregoriana is a unique opportunity – both at ecclesial and academic level – that leaves a lifelong imprint of universality. Its international di- mension, with professors and students from 120 University? world countries, characterises the university environment. Along with this multicultural environment, which brings together the centre and the periphery, the Gregoriana offers a wide range of courses in its six faculties, two institutes and six specialised centres. We offer First, Second and Third cycle programmes, as well as continuing by NUNO DA SILVA GONÇALVES, S.J. education, in the following areas: Theology; Canon Law; Philosophy; Church Rector of the Pontifical Gregorian University History; Cultural Heritage of the Church; Missiology; Social Sciences; Spiritu- ality; Psychology; Formation of Formators; Interreligious Studies; and Safe- guarding/ Protection of Minors. In addition, students can enrich their curriculum with courses from the Pontifical Biblical Institute and the Pontifical There are many reasons Oriental Institute. why students choose The extensive range of academic programmes allows us to implement what Pope Francis asks from ecclesiastical universities in Veritatis Gaudium, namely: the Gregoriana: its “inter-disciplinary and cross-disciplinary approaches carried out with wisdom internationality, the diversity and creativity in the light of Revelation”, so that the distinctive trait of the formative and research approach may be “the principle of unity in difference of of academic programmes, knowledge and respect for its multiple, correlated and convergent expressions.” the fact that it is at the heart The fact of being in Rome is not just a geographical maer. In the city of of the Christian world. Peter and Paul, we are located in the heart of the Christian world, closely con- nected with our history and identity. The University offers its students - sem- Making our University a inarians, priests, religious and lay women and men - an atmosphere marked “source of reconciled life” by ecclesiality that inspires and forms all those preparing for highly qualified is a commitment we have service in their local churches. The Gregorian University can be defined a research university whose faculty made that we will continue members are as commied to their teaching as they are to research and publi- to pursue together. cation. Thus the library, the beating heart of academic life, is continuously up- dated through substantial resource allocation. Finally, as ours is a University entrusted to the Society of Jesus, we accept the challenge of our Vice Chancellor, Very Rev. Fr. Arturo Sosa to make our University “a source of reconciled life.” This is what we are doing and will continue doing together with you all! The following pages will introduce you to many other reasons for studying at the Gregoriana. For our part, we wish to continue to serve the Church and the society of our present time with joy, fidelity and creativity! I hope you enjoy the read

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Christianity and Islam, from study to encounter Interview with Fr. Laurent Basanese, S.J. Director of the Gregorian Centre for Interreligious Studies

by PAOLO PEGORARO

The Document he Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living on Human Fraternity aims TTogether, signed on February 4 2019 by Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al-AzharAhmad Al-Tayyeb, is marked by to create a new sensitivity a joint appeal: “Al-Azhar and the Catholic Church ask that this among new generations. Document become the object of research and reflection in all The Centre for Interreligious schools, universities and institutes of formation, thus helping Studies, “window on the worlds” to educate new generations to bring goodness and peace to others, and to be defenders everywhere of the rights of the op- of religions, gives the opportunity pressed and of the least of our brothers and sisters.” This appeal and the formation to deepen equally involves the Centre for Interreligious Studies of the a genuine mutual knowledge Gregorian University in its capacity as an academic body entrusted with the study of non-Christian religions. “We have already created a joint Research Group with PISAI (Pontifical Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies) on the theme: ‘The Document on Human Brotherhood: Theological, Philosophical and Social Reflections and Developments’ ”, said Fr. Laurent Basanese S.J., Director of the Centre. “The Document should be studied, and most importantly it must be put into practice. It is in fact an ‘exhortation’ addressed not only to the religious, but chiefly to public Authorities and to civil society, so that the principles enshrined therein may be put into practice at local and international level alike. Therefore, it is now our turn to con-

2 | 54 (special issue) - 2019 front this “milestone” that calls for mutual understanding - and I insist on this point: the other cannot be known only in the abstract, a priori or from books. We need meetings, debates, reﬂection and study.”

Nostra Aetate concludes with a call to universal brotherhood (NA 5). How is it developed in the Abu Dhabi document? This invitation to fraternity between Christians and Muslims is stated as “possible in spite of everything”; on the basis of the has existed since 1980: it common faith in God – the Document uses changed names and config- the personal pronoun “We” – and it calls urations, but it responds to upon the entire faith community “to adopt a that same fundamental re- culture of dialogue as the path; mutual coop- quirement. eration as the code of conduct; reciprocal understanding as the method and standard.” In The second objective accordance with previous international doc- is the promotion of re- uments, it reaffirms that faith unites and does search. not divide, it binds us together despite our In fact, the Diploma in differences, and it dispels hostility and aver- Interreligious Studies, which sion. It also contains a further condemnation can be obtained in two of all violence in the name of God, together semesters, corresponds to with a firm invitation to work and live to- a first level Master’s de- Cédomir Nestorovic gether, avoiding useless arguments, almost gree. It entitles students to continue their (ESSEC Business an invitation to Christians and Muslims to studies both at the PISAI (upon certified School) and compete with one another in doing good, in knowledge of Arabic) at the Saint Joseph Uni- Alessandro Ferrari building what is constructive, in zeal... versity in Beirut (upon certified knowledge (University of Insubria) during two Forums of French or Arabic) and at the Faculty of of the Gregorian What is the objective of the Centre for Missiology (to students who completed a Centre for Interreligious Interreligious Studies of the Gregorian four Baccalaureate in Theology or in Missiology). Studies. years since its creation? Some of our students have already under- Left: The first aim of the Centre primarily con- taken this path. The program is flexible and The Holy Father sists in maintaining an open gaze, for every its format allows students to conduct their re- Francis and scholar tends to absolutise his own field of re- searches and deepen their studies under the the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar during search. This applies to me as an Islamologist, guidance of a Professor in individual and their visit to United but also to philosophers, theologians, schol- group reading alike. For this reason, consid- Arab Emirates on ars of social sciences. The Centre presents it- erable importance is given to the annotated February 4, 2019. self to the other academic departments of the bibliography in final term papers, in addition Photo by Gregoriana as a “window on the worlds” that to the students’ critical appreciation of the ANSA/L. ZENNARO correspond to religions - with the exception books they read. of Judaism, studied at the Cardinal Bea Cen- tre for Judaic Studies. In reality, at the Grego- rian University a similar academic department

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approach when it comes to studying other religions, according to the self-understanding of each rather than through the lens of its own faith. In this perspective, Islamic theologian Adnane Mokrani is one of our teachers.

Formative Sessions are also part of the Centre’s academic programme. What’s the overall evaluation? Intensive formative courses constitute an intermediate formula between the Forums and ordinary academic programmes. For three years, we oﬀered two editions – one in Italian and one in French – of the Session with a focus on the moral, legal and theological- political challenges that Islam poses to 21st century societies, each with a signiﬁcant number of registered students. This year the Sessions will take place upon request of civil The Centre is planning the creation, in and religious institutions. We already have conjunction with other institutions, of a new two requests from Italy and France. initiative consisting in a Research Laboratory on Islamic Studies in Rome, already in place Finally, conferences represent yet an- in other cities, also in Italy. other area of activity of the Centre for Inter- religious Studies... Research is equally promoted through Major events always entail the risk of rep- weekly Forums… resenting a challenge in terms of organisation The Forums, held on a regular basis for while their impact in the long term is mini- the past 4 years, consist of discussion and de- mal, which is why we prefer to propose a bate sessions with expert speakers. These few, but well-prepared, events. Two such events are open to the public and external events have taken place so far. In 2017, the Mohammad Ali Amir- participants are motivated and prepared. study course on “Religions and cultures of Moezzi (École They also provide a fruitful opportunity for Asia” organised the International Conference Pratique des Hautes collaborations with other academic institu- on Enlightenment and Tantra - Christians and Études) and tions. Fr. Diego Sarrió Hindus in Dialogue, which has been very suc- Cucarella, Principal of cessful and whose proceedings have recently PISAI, You direct the “Christianity and Islam” been published. Last July, the Gregorian during a Forum. courses. Are they aended only by Chris- hosted the Conference Islam and Belonging by Photo by tians who want to deepen their knowledge PLURIEL, a university research platform for P. PEGORARO of Islam or does the opposite also occur? research on Islam in Europe and Lebanon, to In most cases, they are Christian students, which our Centre has also adhered. The next Right: since these courses are requested also by other one will be held in Lebanon in 2020, on the Our student Faculties with a majority of Christian stu- theme: Islam and Otherness. Isuf Alla with dents. However, upon request we also create Dr. Massimo Gargiulo, professor at the research paths for Muslims who want to learn Cardinal Bea Centre more about Christianity. It should be said that for Judaic Studies. Christianity generally adopts a very sensitive

4 | 54 (special issue) - 2019 I am a Muslim and I study Christianity by ISUF ALLA

y name is Isuf Alla and I come from the Msouth-east of Albania. I hold a bachelor’s degree in “Islamic Studies” and a Master’s of Science Degree in “Modern Is- lamic Studies” from Hëna e Plotë Bedër Uni- versity, Tirana and the 2-year post-graduate diploma on “Judaism and Christian-Jewish Studies from Pontifical Gregorian Univer- sity, Rome. During my five years of Islamic studies in Albania, which is well known for hard for me to leave this “big family” at the end of my its interreligious harmony, we had many studies. Everyone here is so sincere, trustful, loving, and encounters with members of other religions ready to help. It is easy to make friends in just a few min- and in those meetings I met the Jesuit Fr. utes by grabbing a macchiato at the Greg Café and then re- Mario Imperatori. He understood my inter- alise that you will be friends for life. It is wonderful having est in interreligious dialogue and told me friends from so many countries to share life and religious about the Declaration Nostra Aetate and at experiences with. I also found it extremely helpful to have that moment I realised that interreligious many Christian friends like Iris Semer and Maeo Pas- dialogue was the path of my life. I was fas- torelli, in whom I could see concrete examples of what I cinated by the message of Nostra Aetate, and was learning in my lectures. I decided that the theme of my thesis should be a comparative study on Nostra Aetate be- The professors: their help is not just about studies tween a Christian and a Muslim scholar. Even the professors, here, always make sure that we My Christian friends, a concrete example students have well understood what was said during the of what I learn in my lectures lessons. At the beginning of the year, they provided an up- dated bibliography, and after each lesson, they give us In my research, I found a very interest- some things to read in preparation for the next one and are ing concept: that of a conversation involv- always available in person or by email, for any further ing the three Abrahamic Religions. As a questions. I would like to mention Fr. Felix Körner S.J., Fr. Muslim this concept challenged me to Laurent Basanese S.J. and Fr. Etienne Emmanuel Vetö think about pursuing further studies in Ju- C.N.N., who have helped me a lot not only with regard to daism and Christianity. Fr. Mario Imperatori my studies, but also in my path of interreligious dialogue helped me again, writing a recommendation and in my life in Rome. leer to enrol at the Pontifical Gregorian After the lessons, I actively participated in the pro- University. I studied Judaism and Christian- grammes organised by the university, such as conferences, Jewish Relations with a full scholarship forums or the singing of Christmas songs in the weeks be- from Cardinal Bea Centre for Judaic Studies. Since I entered the Gregoriana I imme- diately understood that it would have been

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Iusuf and his fellow students at Ferrara, to visit the MEIS - National Museum of Italian Judaism and the Shoah.

Nowadays, with respect to globalisation, emigration, and war Christians and Muslims realize they are no longer separated either by geographic location or by diﬀerent political allegiances. The members of our religions must learn to coexist successfully and share this with the rest of the world. Commitment to dialogue is crucial for such coexistence.

Education is an investment that fore Christmas; the later activity is organised by groups of can never be stolen students from different countries and languages: I enjoyed it a lot and for me the Armenian songs were very special. Moreover, in this period of fake news Now, I am continuing the Diploma in Interreligious and prejudice, the need of dialogue is espe- Studies at the Gregorian Centre for Interreligious Studies, cially important. That is why I think that which fits perfectly with my research projects for the fu- teenagers of both religions should be edu- ture in Muslim-Christians relations. I am finding this Cen- cated with the spirit of dialogue: they are tre a great opportunity to deepen my own knowledge as the future. If we give them material things, well as make a contribution to the understanding and these can be stolen, but education is an in- analysis of interreligious relations between those two re- vestment that can never be taken away. ligions, with a view to peaceful coexistence. Moreover, I Therefore, in my opinion, the greatest trea- was supported by a full scholarship given by the Pontifical sure that we can give to the next generation Gregorian University for continuing this diploma, and for is that we educate them so as to learn to di- this I want to thank once more Fr. Filomeno Jacob and Fr. alogue with each other. Laurent Basanese. To me, peace itself is not just being separated from others without seeking mutual The tool that will allow the coexistence contact. Peace is about security, justice and to be eternal living together. Human beings are social creatures and so each of us should strive to Being in Rome gave me also the opportunity to know live together with others, accepting them members of different religions and through them I visited where they are at and taking them into our their dialogue centres, where I have participated regularly. heart no maer what their race, nationality Christians and Muslims together form more than half or religion may be. of the world’s population, which is why, in my opinion, As for the future, I think that people are good relations between Christianity and Islam is a key naturally scared of the unknown and this is factor for bringing peace to the world. Dialogue between one of the main reasons why they engage in Muslims and Christians plays a fundamental role in our conflicts. For a peaceful future, our duty is to coexistence. The bases for this peace and understanding help people overcome this fear by bringing already exists as these are part of the founding principles them together, and that is done by dialogue. I of both faiths. Loving God, being peaceful and taking think the historical meeting between Pope care of the neighbour are only a few of the common Francis and the Grand Imam of Al Azhar, Dr grounds between those two religions Ahmed El Tayyeb is the best example of Human Fraternity, showing that we must embrace everyone because we are all humans.

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www.unigre.it/CSI/. ACADEMIC LIFE A Renewal Program for Missionaries A Interview with Fr. Bryan Lobo, S.J. Dean of the Faculty of Missiology

by PAOLO PEGORARO

ope Francis has announced the month of can Council, other religions began to be POctober 2019 as the Extraordinary Month looked at more positively; the Council gave of Mission to celebrate the 100 years of the an impetus to interreligious dialogue that had Apostolic leer – Maximum Illud (1919) of a strong impact on missiology at both the the- Pope Benedict XV. In these hundred years the oretical and practical levels. We also find that world has gone through many changes be it after the book of Henri Godin and Yves in the political, social and other fields. “We Daniel, La France, Pays de Mission? (1943), mis- must bear in mind that Maximum Illud ap- sion is no longer perceived geographically be- peared after the First World War seeking to longing to regions outside Europe but is launch missionary initiatives to heal the post- recognized as the universal activity of the war wounds of that time”, explains Fr. Bryan Church. At the same time, the concept of mis- Lobo, who is a Jesuit and Dean of the Faculty sio ad gentes goes hand-in-hand with missio of Missiology. “Today there is no dearth of inter-gentes. Finally the development of the in- wars but the dynamics are different”. digenous clergy which was an important pro- posal of Maximum Illud, led to many What were the most significant changes indigenous vocations of Priests and Religious in missiology from that time? modifying profoundly the way of “being First of all, the expression extra Ecclesiam Church” in the world. The classical missiol- nulla salus, which was used in pre-conciliar ogy which was the foundation of the world times is no longer used in the missionary doc- view of Maximum Illud is revised in the light uments of the Church. After the Second Vati-

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of modern research in biblical, theological, philosophical, anthropological and other ﬁelds of study for a renewed and radical proclamation of salvation in Christ.

Missionary activity is marked by con- tinual renewal, to the extent that your Fac- ulty has started a “Renewal Program for Missionaries”. What does it consist in? Over the past few years several missionaries - Jesuits and missionaries from other religious orders, as well as lay faithful - informed me that they wished to aend a brief forma- tations from the students. Excursions and tion or intellectual “renewal” course. While visits to important archaeological and reli- several of them regularly come to Rome, they gious sites related to the mission of the cannot enroll in university courses in Missiol- Church will additionally be held on Satur- ogy as these courses are taught in Italian and days. A pilgrimage to Jerusalem will be or- they have no time to study the language. ganized in the second week of June 2020, There is a wealth of proposals and structures providing a special insertion in the land that the English-speaking world cannot ben- from where the Christian mission began. efit from. We thus decided to create the “Re- newal Program for Missionaries” entirely in The Synod of Bishops for the Pan- English, with a view to offering both a new Amazon Region – where the Church is and decisive impetus to their mission. We are confronted with aggressive proselytism – also confident that the interaction with their will take place next October. Is aggressive concrete experiences of mission will enrich proselytism the style to be followed in academic life. The Renewal Program will Catholic evangelization? begin in the coming academic year, registra- Aggressive proselytism is always dan- tion is now open, until December 17, 2019, at: gerous. It may be successful at first, but it [email protected] doesn’t last long... Aggression was not the modus procedendi of Our Lord. Catholic Which subjects will be addressed? evangelization must always act as an invi- Various topics will be offered in this tation to others to embrace Christ - the Way, course. The biblical foundation of mission the Truth and the Life. In practice, this in- will be accompanied by the study of its the- vitation takes on different shapes and ological implications, the history of the mis- forms, depending on the context. sions, and the theology of religions. Church Magisterium – from Probe Nostis (1840) to Evangelii Gaudium (2013) – will be studied in depth, with a focus on the encyclical Laudato Si’ (2015). Pastoral reflections will also focus on spirituality, the relationship Hard work at between proclamation and dialogue, com- Porto Velho (Brazil): munication, new evangelisation, globalisa- in the Amazon basin evangelical slogans tion, interculturality and religious funda- are ubiquitous. mentalisms. We will also be offering introductory courses in different faiths presenting them dialogically with Christianity. Left: A school run by Jesuits, Gujarat Will frontal lessons be coupled by State (India). other educational tools? Photo by The Program includes seminars and P. PEGORARO workshops revolving around individual themes and proposals encouraging presen-

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by PREM XALXO, S.J. Faculty of Theology

he Amazon, the world’s largest rainfor- Test and the ancestral home to more than 400 indigenous tribes, has always Maldonado the convocation of a Synod on evoked a keen interest amongst non-Ama- Amazon, there was an air of uneasiness zonian people, governments, multinational among various governments, especially the View of Puerto Nariño, (Amazonas companies, environmentalists and Church Government of Brazil regarding the ques- Department, Colombia) authorities. The Pan-Amazonian territory is tion of the state sovereignty and security. inhabited by also home to rich and complex flora, fauna However, the ongoing preparations for the the Ticuna tribe and and biodiversity. The indiscriminate ex- Synod on Amazon have been gradually entirely pedestrianized. ploitations of the precious natural and min- transforming spells of doubts and fears into Right: eral resources have raised serious concerns a great hope for the future. Rio Madeira regarding the life and existence of the in- As part of the ongoing study, research (Amazonas State, Brazil) invaded by digenous peoples, the irreparable loss of and reflections on Amazon, a one-day Con- “floating cities” rich biodiversity and the imminent threat to ference entitled Amazon: challenges and of gold seekers. the tropical rainforests, which function as propects for our Common Home, was organ- Photo by the lung of the planet. On October 15 2017, ised on May 16 2019 in the Aula Magna of P. PEGORARO when Pope Francis announced in Puerto the Pontifical Gregorian University. Its aim was to propose viable and concrete answers to some of the most fundamental and burn- ing issues related to the Pan-Amazon Re-

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David Romero S.J., a Jesuit missionary in Amazon for many years, gion. Church authorities, Professors, Social spoke on the challenges and possibil- Activists, and experts on indigenous life, ities for the pastoral mission and ac- history, culture, tradition and spirituality tion of the Church. Pablo Mora were invited to share their views to safe- Mendonza S.J., one of the Oﬃcials of guard the Pan-Amazon region for the inte- the Secretary General of the Synod on gral human well-being. The Amazon, Amazon, bore heart-warming testi- referred to as the Lung of our planet, is “a monies of the mission in Amazon. bridge to other essential biomes of the Mauricio López, Executive Secretary world” (Preparatory Document), and there- of REPAM, presented an analysis of fore, the Conference invited the participants the economic projects that threaten to read the “signs of the times” from a the life and existence of the indige- broader perspective, and to respond to the nous people in Amazon. Adelson invitation of Pope Francis to “a new dia- Araújo dos Santos S.J., Professor of logue about how we are shaping the future Spirituality at the Pontiﬁcal Grego- of our planet” (LS 14) by seeing and judging rian University, explained the contri- the harsh realities, and acting worthily for butions of the indigenous spirituality the integral human wellbeing. in Amazon. Gloria Liliana Franco Among the eminent Church authorities Echeverri ODN, President of the present were Cardinal Cláudio Hummes Caribbean and Latin American Con- OFM, President of REPAM (Pan-Amazon federation of Religious, brought out Ecclesial Network) and Emeritus Prefect of the role of the women in the Amazon Card. Cláudio the Congregation for the Clergy, and Car- Church and the importance of Ama- Hummes, dinal Pedro Ricardo Barreto Jimeno S.J., zon for the integral human wellbeing. General Relator Archbishop of Huancayo (Peru) and Vice Fr. Augusto Zampini Davies from the at the Synod for the Pan-Amazon Region, President of REPAM. Dicastery for Promoting Integral and Card. Pedro Cardinal Peter K.A. Turkson, Prefect of Human Development underlined an Ricardo Barreto the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Jimeno, S.J., Vice President of REPAM Development, opted for a video message in (Pan-Amazon Ecclesial absentia in the form of an interview. Network), during the conference. Photo by M. CORREA

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Amazonian people. The Gregorian Univer- sity offered an apt platform to help them intimate connection between Amazon and understand the importance and implica- universal integral development. Giacomo tions of the Synod on Amazon by address- Costa S.J., Director of Aggiornamenti Sociali, ing various issues from theological, spiritual and socio-cultural perspectives. The Conference was introduced by a video message of Cardinal Peter K.A. Turk- son. He strongly advocated the protection of humans as well as natural resources of Amazon, which is a global challenge requir- ing a “long-term vision” and “inter-gener- ational responsibility”. He also recalled that the upcoming Synod would be dedicated not only to Pan-Amazonian regions, but also to other equatorial areas such as the Congo Basin and similar areas in South-East Asia. He made an ardent appeal not to limit ourselves to our needs today; rather be heirs of a wisdom that has preceded us and think of those that will come later and manage our resources with a view to long-term development. In his Keynote address, Cardinal Cláu- dio Hummes reiterated emphatically that the degradation of the Amazon, its defor- estation and pollution have put the future of the planet at risk. He described in terms of listening the expectations that indigenous peoples have of the Synod, because by making their voices heard, they are making themselves visible and their dignity being recognised by the Pope and the Church. According to Cardinal Pedro Barreto, one of the visions of the Synod on Amazon was the need of the Church to be a missionary Church with an Amazonian face, which remained poor for the poor despite great dif- ficulties caused by the enormous distances, environmental discomforts and the acute scarcity of missionaries and local pastors. explained the ways and means to listen to The reflections of Adelson Araújo dos the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor Santos from Manaus, who lived and as an important path toward the Synod on worked in the Amazon, and two Jesuit mis- Mauricio López’s Amazon. Tomás Insua, Executive Director sionaries active in the region, David report, Executive Secretary of REPAM. of Global Catholic Climate Change Move- Romero and Pablo Mora Mendoza, brought ment, spoke on Amazon, Climate Change and forth various unknown aspects of the ap- Photo by the Role of the Church. Finally, Roberto Car- proximately 400 indigenous groups of the M. CORREA rasco Rojas OMI, a Peruvian student from Pan-Amazon Region. Two challenges and Right: the Pontifical Salesian University shared his possibilities surfaced repeatedly in their A rare Catholic experiences as a Pastor of the indigenous talks: the role of women in the Church, and church overlooking the confluence people of Amazon. giving deserving older people a greater role of Rio Madeira and With its gaze firmly fixed on the upcom- in administering the Sacraments to people the Amazon River. ing Synod, the Conference tried to respond who, for a long time, miss the spiritual Photo by to some of the pertinent questions, doubts P. PEGORARO and fears prevalent in the minds of the non-

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nourishment because of the scarcity of pastors and missionaries. Sister Gloria Liliana Franco Echeverri highlighted the essential role of women in the indigenous communi- ties, which needed to be valued in terms of evangelisation. She expressed her hope that through the ongoing preparations for the Synod, the feminine sensibility, the criterion with which women judge reality, could be heard more carefully and allowed to bear desirable fruits. As a whole, the Conference successfully put on record various eﬀorts made by the Church from Populorum Progressio of Paul VI to Laudato si’ of Pope Francis in addressing the concerns of the less privileged, marginalised and voiceless people. Indeed, the Synod for the Amazon could be a deci- Giacomo Costa, the urgency of the Church sive test for the whole Church to take into with an Amazonian face to get out of the consideration the life, existence, socio-cul- clichés and ideologies, and to listen to all tural and religious values of those forgoen synodically, and not occasionally. By bring- people, to make the invisible visible and au- ing to the fore, the right of the Pan-Amazo- dible, and use their ancestral wisdom to nian indigenous people to their territory, care for Our Common Home. Their profound their culture, language and to their own and rich cosmovision could teach some pre- model of development, the Conference un- cious lessons to the rest of the humanity, derlined successfully the need of the hour which could lead to a newer sense of com- is to walk together so as to listen to “the cry munion and intercommunication where ev- of the earth and of the poor” (LS 49). eryone learns from the other. Finally, the Conference also underlined, in the words of

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ilence, Polyphony of God” is the only “Sapparently paradoxical title of the conference promoted by the Faculty of The voice Theology of the Pontifical Gregorian University on 7, 8 and 9 March 2019. The idea came from the experience of silence in which the word, the music and the life find of Silence space. Talking, thinking, watching, praying silence was the invitation to the participants. The reflections of Cardinal Robert Sarah, by the EDITORIAL STAFF Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, author of the book The Power of Silence, opened the meeting. Beside him, Maestro Mario Brunello, an internationally

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renowned cellist, proposed a concert lesson aimed at illustrating the expressive value that pauses cover in musical language. On the second day, the speakers faced silence following an interdisciplinary approach that brought together the theological, biblical, philosophical, historical-artistic, musical and spiritual points of view. The exegetical path took place starting from the prologue of the Gospel of John (Bernadeta Jojko), guiding the reflection among the fragments of a silent but uninterrupted dialogue between God (Massimo Grilli) and humanity (Patrizia Galluccio). The tacit presence of the Holy Spirit (Dariusz Kowalczyk S.J.), a fruitful inspiration for saints’ meditations (Emanuela Zurli) and philosophers (Stefano Marchionni), then led to the great mystery of the Incarnation (Barbara Aniello), addressed by the famous portraitists of Mary, teacher of silence (Msgr. Timothy Verdon). An unprecedented journey inside the Vatican Museums (Maria Serlupi) has allowed the images to be enjoyed through the silent but eloquent sign language (LIS), while the monastic spirituality of the origins (Michelina Tenace) has been indicated as a preferential route for a mystic who also knows the dark and taciturn suffering of the night of the soul (Robert Cheaib). Finally, a reflection on the saint of silence, Joseph, custodian of the Holy Family and of the Church (Fr. Patrice-Marie Mézière, Superior of the Fraternity of the Holy Virgin Mary), a figure to whom Pope Francis is particularly devoted, concluded the works. A note of particular originality was experienced on the third day of the conference, with a visit to Civita di Bagnoregio (Viterbo), the silent city par excellence, alternating suggestive moments of listening (Mario Brunello’s concert) and prayer (Mass and adoration at the Fraternity of the Holy Virgin Mary), interspersed with a visit to the birthplace of St. Bonaventure.

The conference was opened by a lecture by Card. Robert Sarah, Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, introduced by the greetings from the Rector, Fr. Nuno da Silva Gonçalves, S.J., and Fr. Dariusz Kowalczyk, S.J., Dean of the Faculty of Theology.

Left: The lesson-concert by Maestro Mario Brunello. Photo by M. CORREA

54 (special issue) - 2019 | 15 ACADEMIC LIFE Doesn’t God dwell here anymore? New life to decommissioned worship buildings

The changing demographic by OTTAVIO BUCARELLI, Pro-Director of the Department and religious practice has made of Cultural Heritage of the Church it necessary to reflect on the destination of Churches n November 29-30 2018, the interna- no longer used for worship. Otional Conference Doesn’t God dwell here anymore? Decommissioning places of wor- This was the theme ship and integrated management of ecclesiastical of the international conference cultural heritage, promoted by the Pontifical Doesn’t God dwell here Council for Culture (Department for Cul- anymore? Decommissioning tural Heritage), by the National Office for Ecclesiastical Cultural Heritage of the Ital- places of worship and ian Bishops’ Conference and by the Pontifi- integrated management cal Gregorian University - Department of of ecclesiastical cultural heritage. Cultural Heritage of the Church was held at the Pontifical Gregorian University. Father Nuno da Silva Gonçalves S.J., Rector of the Pontifical Gregorian Univer- sity; Card. Gianfranco Ravasi, President of the Pontifical Council for Culture; Mons. Stefano Russo, Secretary General of the Ital- ian Bishops’ Conference; Card. Angelo Bag- nasco, President of the Council of Bishops’ Conferences of Europe; and Alberto Bon- isoli, Italian Minister for Cultural Heritage and Activities, delivered the welcome greet-

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ings at the opening session of the Confer- ence. The first day focused on problems pertaining to the decommissioning and reuse of worship buildings. The morning speeches addressed the issue from sociological (L. Diotallevi), canonical (P. Malecha), technical-architec- tural (T. Coomans) and historical-artistic (M. de Beauchesne-Cassenet) perspectives. During the afternoon closed session, the delegates of the national Bishops’ Confer- ences of Europe, North America and Aus- tralia presented an overview of the diversity of situations in the various Countries. The changes in the demographic and social sit- uation and in religious practice have made churches that are no longer used for wor- it necessary to reflect on the destination of ship. In the discussion, participants reiterated that the diverse use of an element of ecclesiastical heritage that the Church does intend to relinquish should remain within the ecclesial sphere. The Message of the Holy Father Francis, read by Cardinal Ravasi at the opening session, also encourages us in this direction. The second day of the Conference addressed the management of cultural goods, understood as part of a long-term pastoral plan. Some experiences identified as virtu- ous, among the many possible ones, such as those of the dioceses of Padua and Trapani in Italy (A. Nante, L. Palmeri), of the dioceses of Catalonia (J. M. Riba Farrés), of Ger- many (A. Gerhards) and of Portugal (S. Saldanha) were presented after a general overview of the issue (V. Pennasso). Other na- Work in progress tional experiences were presented in the after- in the Aula Magna noon. The public sessions can be viewed on of the Gregoriana. the channel www.youtube.com /UniGregoriana Left: The national delegates of 23 Bishops’ One of the pictures Conferences of Europe, North America and that won the Australia read and approved the document photocontest #nolongerchurches, Guidelines: Decommissioning and Ecclesial which accompanied Reuse of Churches on the last day, at the open- the conference: ing of the afternoon session. The Guidelines, Galerie David D’Angers, formely consisting of five chapters and 11 final rec- All Saints abbatial ommendations, have been subsequently church (XIII sec.), published by the Pontifical Council for Angers, France. Culture, accompanied by an introductory Photo by letter from Cardinal Ravasi, dated Decem- W. STROM HELENA ber 17, 2018.

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Crossroads of knowledge ooking ahead to the new academic year, two paths of learning, the seminar “Bible TEFANO EL OVE L by S D B , S.J. and Psychoanalysis” and the “Diploma Faculty of Social Science in Leadership”, that will be renewed next year, constitute a specific and original fea- ture of the institutions in Rome. Both reap Highlights of the new academic the fruits of past years while addressing the offerings of the Gregorian challenges of exploring some of the fron- include the seminar “Bible tiers of dialogue embedded in the Gregori- ana and in the urbi et orbi horizon. These Psychoanalysis” and the academic offerings are addressed to the “Diploma in Leadership”. widest possible audience, notably to The two programmes, whomever wishes to undertake the effort addressed to a broad and challenge of personal research, as well as a genuine and credible reflection on core public, consist of monthly issues pertaining to the human condition appointments featuring today. The monthly classes characterising inter-institutional cooperation the two academic programmes were at- tended by a significant audience of students, researchers and professionals, motivated by a deep interest in cultural advancement.

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tive approach is intended to serve as a best This steadily growing response from the practice in academic planning and in the life public, in terms of quantity and quality alike, of our university. constitutes a clear and strong encourage- We proposed to rethink the relationship ment to pursue and refine the chosen path. between psychoanalysis and the experience of faith recorded in Scripture with the aim Updating the University’s mission of illustrating just how many core biblical themes can be found in theoretical psycho- Psychoanalyst The seminar “Bible and Psychoanalysis” analytic studies. Massimo Recalcati’s Lesson on the “Night and the “Diploma in Leadership” respond At the same time, we wanted to redefine of the Getsemani”, to the mission of the university, and make the exercise of authority in a way that proposed in the the Alberto Hurtado Centre of Faith and would inspire others, be they individuals, context of the Culture of the Gregoriana a crossroads of Seminar “Bible and small groups, civil or religious institutions. Psychoanalysis”, collaboration between different areas of the Both the political and the ecclesial scenarios, recorded a large Church and of civil society: the Research In- undergoing deep transformations, are rais- turnout. stitute for Applied Psychoanalytic Studies ing this question again and again today Photo by (IRPA) and the Vicariate of Rome for the while seing new goals for the figure of the P. PEGORARO “Bible and Psychoanalysis” seminar, and leader and his responsibility. the Faculty of Social Sciences for the “Diploma in Leadership”. This collabora-

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The authentic leader emerges and is recognised ,*5&*"- during crisis. &@6;=1?B@>B,A?8A<9@6 Rembrandt ?>8B!?>?3A1A>:B H. van Rijn, Christ in the Storm on the Sea of Galilee (1633).

Complementing vocational training with values education

The integration between frontal lessons and the ensuing discussions, the personali- sation of administrative services, welcome of learning in a global context, based on a and institutional communication, have all new anthropological reading of the human been carefully examined. person and community life. Rather than focusing on the consolidated That is why both academic programmes, structures of the different ways of exercising each in their own specific way, have con- power, we initiated research into the capac- curred to rethink the emerging forms of ity for transformation that defines collabo- learning and knowledge, notably of service rative processes and genuine cooperative and governance apropos of their procedural enterprises, starting with shared learning. and participatory nature, their inspiring The future developments of these two spirit and their inherent language. lines of research should be seen in this light. The invitation to aend these courses is Today more than ever, we need to be able also being renewed with increasing focus to guide, orient and support people, espe- on the selection of speakers, course descrip- cially during significant transitions. Com- tion, with an overview of the schools of bining technical and vocational training thought offered by the “Bible and Psycho- with values education for integral develop- analysis” seminar along with a significant, ment - solidarity, ethics, justice, dignity and structural development of the “Diploma in sustainability - is key to the effectiveness of Leadership”, whose second module is de- our educational offerings. Moreover, we voted to an introduction to the fundamen- consider it equally important to set this area tals, best practices and ethical reflections pertaining to the management of associa- tions and institutions that our students direct and will be directing in increasing numbers in the many countries (about 120) that make the Gregoriana an ecclesiastical university at the service of the Church in every unreached corner of the world.

20 | 54 (special issue) - 2019 Centre 2018-2019 The Year of Cardinal Bea 50th Anniversary †

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the passing away of Cardinal Augustin Bea, the Centre for Judaic Studies that bears his name organised a Lecture Series to commemorate his achievements in the dialogue between Catholics and other Christians and Jews

1963 - Cardinal Augustin Bea with Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel (AJC), Jewish observer during Vatican II Council. Photo used by permission of the American Jewish Committee (AJC)

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Each conference featured an historical contribution. Dr Sarea Maroa (KU Leu- A panel discussion by the CARDINAL BEA CENTRE FOR JUDAIC STUDIES ven) presented Bea’s Dedication to Jewish- with Prof. Etienne Vetö (Director, Bea Centre), Christian Relations and Prof. Mathijs Rabbi David Rosen Lamberigts (KU Leuven) explored Bea’s role (AJC - American ifty years ago, on 16 November 1968, Au- in Ecumenism. Two of Bea’s successors shed Jewish Committee) gustin Bea passed away. Rector of the Bib- light on his contributions: Prof. Michael F. and H. Em. Cardinal F Kurt Koch, President licum and a main actor of the II Vatican Kolarcik, S.J., Rector of the PIB with Bea: as of the Pontifical Council, Bea was paramount in the new re- Rector of the PIB and Cardinal Kurt Koch, Council for Promoting lations that developed between the Catholic President of the Pontifical Council for Pro- Christian Unity. Church and other Christians and with Jews. moting Christian Unity, with The Heritage of Below: The Bea Centre for Judaic Studies dedicated Cardinal Bea. H.E. Mr Oren David, Israeli Ambassador a 2018-2019 Lecture Series to his commemo- At the 18th Annual Brenninkmeijer- to the Holy See, ration in collaboration with the Pontifical Werhahn Lecture in November, Rewriting with Mrs. Aldegonde Biblical Institute (PIB), Pontifical Council for ‘Nostra Aetate’ Today, Prof. Israel J. Yuval Brenninkmeijer- (Hebrew University of Jerusalem) spoke on Werhahn. Promoting Christian Unity and Center for the Study of Christianity at the Hebrew Uni- how after the Council, Jews could more Photo: Courtesy of FOTOGRAFIA PACIFICI versity of Jerusalem. freely consider the Catholic Church and Ju- daism itself academically. Prof. René Daus- ner (Universität Hildesheim) showed that the achievements made are both consider- able and fragile. At the December lecture on Biblical Studies, Jewish, Catholic and Protes- tant biblists presented The Bible from Three ‘Points of View’: Prof. Peter Machinist (Har- vard Divinity School), Prof. Daniele Garrone (Waldensian Faculty of Theology, Rome) and Prof. Jean Louis Ska, S.J. (PIB). Rabbi Dr David Meyer (Bea Centre) presided. At the February lecture on Ecumenical dialogue, Charism of Unity and Petrine Ministry, moderated by Msgr. Brian Farrell, LC, Bishop- Secretary of the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity, Prof. André

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Birmelé (Université de Strasbourg), Dr Maximos Vgenopoulos, Metropolitan of Silyvria and Prof. Angelo Maffeis (Università Caolica del Sacro Cuore, Milano) presented Lutheran, Orthodox and Catholic perspectives on the Bishop of Rome. “Dialogue calls for hearing two voices, and the witness of Jewish and Catholic in- structors who teach together is worth more than many speeches.” On 28 February 2019, in a private audience given to the Bea Centre at the Vatican, Pope Francis said, “I would like to emphasize the fruitful advances made in dialogue between Jews and Catholics after Bea and following his example. Your Centre represents a fundamental step on this journey.” In March, the Centre enjoyed collaborat- ing with the AJC (American Jewish Com- and anti-Semitism today. The April closing From Left to Right: miee). “Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel lecture explored Reading Scripture Together H.E. Dr Maximos had a great role in Nostra Aetate so it was a with Prof. Amy-Jill Levine (Vanderbilt Uni- Vgenopoulos, Metropolitan of Silyvria; privilege to collaborate with them for this versity) presenting a Jewish reading of the H. Em. Cardinal Kurt milestone dialogue,” highlights Bea Centre New Testament and Prof. Jean-Pierre Son- Koch; and Prof. Amy-Jill Director Prof. Etienne Vetö, who moderated net, S.J. (Pontifical Gregorian University), a Levine (Vanderbilt “Jewish-Catholic Relations in the Francis Catholic reading of the Rabbinic tradition. University). Era: Achievements and Challenges”, where Prof. Peter Dubovsky, S.J. (PIB) presided. Below: AJC International Director of Interreligious “How are we to continue this journey?” Prof. Michael F. Affairs, Rabbi David Rosen and Cardinal reflected Pope Francis in his February ad- Kolarcik, S.J. Kurt Koch discussed the unique relation the Rector of the Pontifical dress. “There is a need to set out on another, Biblical Institute, Catholic Church has with the Jewish people broader [path]: that of making known the with Rabbi Dr David fruits of the dialogue, so that it will not re- Meyer (Bea Centre). main the prerogative of a select few, but be- Photo by come a productive opportunity for many.” M. CORREA

54 (special issue) - 2019 | 23 ACADEMIC LIFE Jesus and the Pharisees

by JOSEPH SIEVERS - PAOLO PEGORARO Pontifical Biblical Institute

osponsored by the Pontifical Biblical In- Cstitute, the Cardinal Bea Centre for Ju- daic Studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University, the American Jewish Commiee (AJC), the Italian Bishops Conference, Ver- bum and other institutions, the international conference “Jesus and the Pharisees. An interdisciplinary reappraisal” has brought together experts on the various sources related to the Pharisees, as well as on their reception history and the stereotypes it has engendered. The conference combined a multidisci- plinary approach to all the ancient sources and the Pharisees, is one way in which we are about the Pharisees, with careful aention to celebrating our 110th Anniversary», said Fr. the effects of opinions voiced about this fre- Michael Kolarcik, S.J., Rector of the Pontifi- quently stereotyped group. cal Biblical Institute. For this reason, after «The conference first dealt with the pos- two days full of reflection and debate, in the sible origins and meanings of the name morning of Thursday May 9th, the partici- “Pharisee” in different languages», explains pants of the conference were received in pri- Prof. Joseph Sievers, from the Pontifical Bib- vate audience by the Holy Father at the Sala lical Institute. «After a round table discus- Clementina. sion of the results concerning the “historical” Pharisees, the second part of the conference The conference brought together Jew- was devoted to the history of the interpreta- ish, Protestant, Catholic, and non-religious tion of the Pharisees and its effects, from Pa- scholars from Argentina, Austria, Canada, tristic Literature, to Medieval Jewish Colombia, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, the interpretations, to Passion Plays, the Movies, Netherlands and the United States. Among Religion Text Books, and Homiletics». them are the rabbis David Rosen (AJC), Abraham Skorka (Buenos Aires) and Ric- «This year on May 7th, 2019, the Pontifi- cardo Di Segni (Rome), as well as Prof. cal Biblical Institute celebrates its 110th an- Amy-Jill Levine (Vanderbilt University), niversary from its foundation by Pope Pius who taught “New Testament” to the Pon- Speakers of the tifical Biblical Institute. «For Jews, to know conference “Jesus X in 1909. The Pope wanted to have in and the Pharisees”. Rome his own school of research and higher who the Pharisees were and what the Phar- isees taught is to recover part of our his- Photo by studies dedicated to Sacred Scripture – the M. CORREA Bible. This International Conference, Jesus tory», she said. «For Christians, how the Pharisees are represented in the New Tes- tament, positively and negatively, has im- pacted not only teaching and preaching, but also their relations with Jews. This con-

24 | 54 (special issue) - 2019 homilies? According to the speakers, it is necessary – from a historical point of view ference also contributed to addressing press- – to redefine the Christian movement within ing issues of antisemitism, stereotyping, and Judaism or rather the Judaisms of the first bearing false witness against the other». century. Within this plurality, the movement that starts from Jesus and the pharisaic one Internationally renowned experts who are in fact «brothers and different». After gave lectures included Harold Aridge centuries of critical surveys, which insisted (Yale), Yair Furstenberg (Hebrew Univer- mostly on the controversy between Jesus sity, Jerusalem), Adela Yarbro Collins (Yale), and the Pharisees, the organisers affirm, it is Hermut Löhr (Bonn), Steve Mason (Gronin- urgent to return to dealing, on the historical- gen), Eric Meyers (Duke), Vered Noam (Tel critical level, with the points of contact be- Aviv), Adele Reinhar (Oawa), Mahias tween Jesus and the Pharisees. Skeb, O.S.B. (Gregorian University), Günter Stemberger (Vienna), Juan-Manuel Grana- The search for personal and social trans- dos S.J., Henry Paarumadathil S.J., Craig formation, with a commitment to seek what Morrison O.Carm. (Pontifical Biblical Insti- belongs to the “authentic will of God” (“jus- tute), Jens Schröter (Berlin), Philip Cunning- tice”) is a legacy both of the Pharisaic move- ham (Philadelphia). ment and of the movement of Jesus and his In addition, Christian Stückl, the artistic disciples; the fulfilment of the Torah, which director of the famous Oberammergau Pas- belongs to the basic structure of the Gospel sion Play, gave a special presentation about of Mahew, is not very far from the search important changes made to the script of the for Pharisaic perfection. Elements such as play and Angela La Delfa presented a small trust in God, judgment, faith in the resur- exhibit about “Pharisees in Art.” rection, the expectation of future fulfilment... belong to the tradition of both The two final papers were offered by rabbinic Judaism and Christianity. Prof. Levine and Prof. Massimo Grilli (Gre- gorian University). A crucial question is how to speak more adequately about the Pharisees, not only in academia but also in

54 (special issue) - 2019 | 25 GREG COMMUNITY Freisemester, an opportunity for enrichment

he “Freisemester” programme was es- Ttablished over 30 years ago at the initia- by KATHARINA A. FUCHS tive of the German Bishops’ Conference Institute of Psychology, Centre for the Protection of Minors that encouraged all seminarians to spend a year away from the College and their Fac- ulty at the end of first part of their studies. The “Freisemester” programme In response to this initiative, the Gregorian Fr. Philipp G. offers German speaking students University offered German seminarians the Renczes ,S.J. possibility to continue their studies in Rome and Dr. Katharina the opportunity to study for a year. Over the years the “Freisemester” A. Fuchs. previous delegates of the at the Faculty of Theology programme became increasingly popular Freisemester. of the Gregoriana for one among seminarians and not only in Ger- many. Lile by lile, seminarians from other Right: or two semesters. German-speaking countries - such as Aus- Br. Paul Schroffner, S.J. and Mr. Daniel Originally established tria, Swierland or - in Italy (South Tyrol), Zanibellato are the for seminarians, the “Freisemester” joined the programme. In the last 15 years delegates of programme is today very much the programme has become increasingly the Freisemester more accessible to lay and female students starting from appreciated by lay students, 2018-2019 as well, who now make up a large part of the academic year. both male and female “Freisemester” group. Native German- speaking students enrolled in other pontifical or other universities in Rome also apply for admission to the programme.

26 | 54 (special issue) - 2019 What does it offer? How is it organised and by whom? The “Freisemester” programme is offered by the Faculty of Theology to students who enrol at the Gregoriana for one or two semesters. It offers a wide range of First Cycle classes of the Faculty of Theology under the guidance of a tutor, as well as some special courses in German. With the approval of the respective heads of Department, it is some- times possible to enrol in a course of another Faculty or another Institute, or in another cycle of the Faculty of Theology. This makes it possible to actively collaborate at seminar level and to integrate studies at the university or the faculty concerned. In addition to the academic offer of the Gregoriana, personal and interpersonal encounters, notably the interaction with teachers and students from all over the world, contribute to the development of a deeper

Testimonies / The best decision

eing a student at the Gregoriana means being part «Bof a large international family; re-experiencing the universal Church spiritually and academically and enjoying breaks in the beautiful Greg Café with people from all over the world. We German-speaking students can enjoy these wonderful ex- understanding of Theology, the universal periences easily and with expert support thanks to the Church and faith. Freisemester programme. I am very happy about the time I spent here in Rome, and now I know: it was my best decision!» Whom to contact EVA-MARIA SINGER For many years, the “faces”, i.e. the ref- Freisemester student A.Y. 2018-19 erence persons delegated by the Dean, were Fr. Philipp Renczes S.J., Professor at the Fac- ulty of Theology, and Dr. Katharina A. Fuchs, associate professor at the Institute of Testimonies / Broadening our horizons Psychology and the Centre for the Protec- tion of Minors. As of the academic year 2018-2019, the new delegates are Br. Paul rom my point of view - as a German Freisemester stu- Schroffner S.J., Lecturer at the Faculty of dent - studying under this programme broadens the hori- «F Theology, and Mr. Daniel Zanibellato, a Li- zons of reflection: the various courses illustrate scientific theology centiate student in Moral Theology. in all its breadth and its connection with the related disciplines. We are pleased to see that over the years Against the backdrop of the city of Rome and the internationality the programme has remained aractive for of the Pontifical Gregorian University, this theology is integrated students and all those requesting informa- into the totality of the universal Church» tion for admission each year. Information MORITZ VOGELBACHER can be requested by e-mail (www.unigre.it/ Freisemester student A.Y. 2018-19 Freisemester), by phone or in person at the Freisemester Office - located on the fifth floor of Palazzo Traspontina - which also offers support to students during their studies.

54 (special issue) - 2019 | 27 GREG COMMUNITY Four postcards from the Gregorian

by DAVID ANGELES GARNICA

y name is David and I am a former stu- Mdent at the Faculty of Philosophy where, after completing a Bachelor’s degree and the Licentiate, I finally obtained my Doctor- ate. I returned to Mexico two years ago to start living out the message that I read every time I went to the student chapel: πορευθέντες µαθητεύσατε.”Go and teach” (Mt 28:19). I wish to share some significant snapshots of my experience at the Gregoriana with four images, four “postcards.” The first postcard is a portrait of my professors. From them, during the six years of studies at the Gregoriana, I have learned to seek excellence in intellectual activity. This quest for excellence and the kindness with David Garnica, Gregorian which it has been transmied to me have alumnus, doctor and philosopher – yielded the fruits enjoyed today by my students - future doctors and seminarians - at the his doctoral dissertation, university and seminary of my city, Morelia. directed by Fr. Flannery S.J., In fact, as a result of the university educa- received the Bellarmino Award tion received, I was assigned to the Bioethical David with his Studies programme at the Faculty of doctoral advisor, in 2018 – shares the memories Fr. Kevin Flannery S.J. Medicine. This postcard is therefore dedicated His dissertation has of his student years and to my professors and to their great commit- been published in the their still powerful impact on his life ment, whose fruits have spread far beyond series Analecta the classrooms in which they taught. Gregoriana with the title El caballo negro Another postcard illustrates my friends. del Phaedrus. The friendships born during the lessons and Demonstra, mostrar the breaks at the Greg Café live on, marked y armonizar el by the sharing of languages, approaches, and conflicto del alma (Gregorian & Biblical the diversity of our gifts. Even at a distance, Press, pp. 264). friends have been present. The completion of Photo by several projects that might not otherwise have P. PEGORARO seen the light of day is due to them. I am hon-

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oured by this faithful and constant presence of Gregoriana friends in my professional and personal life. Thanks to this multicultural richness which is inherent in me and which often helps me, the University where I teach is developing an intercultural education programme, and, with a group of philosophers friends in particular, a centre of philosophical research is being created to offer points for reflection on the current challenges. The opportunity to be a tutor at the Gregoriana was one of my best experiences: this is a very special postcard! Learning the art of shared reflection, alongside my professors and students from the first cycle of philosophy, has been a privilege for me. The kind of philosophy professor I am today is a result of their patience and trust shown in that year of tutoring. The last postcard is my life at the Lay Centre. Being a student at the Gregoriana, I enjoyed the experience of hospitality at the Lay Centre throughout the period of my studies in Rome. It was a real and true home, founded by Donna Orsuto and Rieckie van Velzen - with three very good chefs and a very friendly staff - that houses some 20 students from world countries and different religious traditions. In this house I found true friends who be- lieved in me and accompanied me along my intellectual, cultural and faith journey in Rome. The welcoming collaboration between the Gregoriana and the Lay Centre acted as a fruitful leaven that fermented the dough with which I arrived in Rome making me today the bread I can share with others in Mexico... Πορευθέντες µαθητεύσατε. Through welcome, the Gre- goriana encourages us to share and teach. Through teaching, I continue to learn.

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by JAYA DI DOMENICO - EMANUELA BELLI

he Roman Walk is an activity Tlaunched by the Student Rela- tions Oﬃce. The idea took shape in 2013 at the initiative of students, Walking amidst foreign and non, wishing to step out from the daily academic environment by seizing the opportunity to discover and tour Rome. Mindful of past and present the great fortune of living and studying in the heart of the capital, they wished to get to know it more Students and teachers deeply, focusing not only on the sharing some leisure time city’s best-known aractions, such and, at the same time, as the Coliseum or St. Peter’s, but discover even the most also on its lesser-known delights. Each tour usually follows a spe- hidden treasure of Rome: ciﬁc theme for each itinerary: icono- this is the Roman Walk graphic, thematic, historical, etc. Morning outings are followed by a lunch provided by the Greg Cafè,

30 | 54 (special issue) - 2019 which becomes an opportunity to share the feelings and impressions experienced during ence for participants, who at the end of the the walk. day express their appreciation and wish to There generally are four outings a year on participate in the next tours. Saturdays so as not to interfere with the During the walks we realise that what for lessons thus allowing everyone to participate. us students of Cultural Heritage of the We invite the university professors, mostly Church is the subject of daily studies, be- from the Faculty of History and Cultural Her- comes a pleasant and exciting discovery for itage of the Church, who offer their time and students of other faculties. their knowledge to accompany us in the re- We are now in our third year organising discovery of Rome’s artistic treasures. the Walks; for us it is first and foremost an op- Aside from being a time for leisure, this portunity to serve the student community, initiative represents an opportunity to raise but it is also a further reason to explore the awareness and bring art closer to those who city of Rome in greater depth, a city that is al- are not involved in the historical-artistic sec- ways a treasure trove of surprises. Jaya and Emanuela, authors of the article, tor. It nevertheless represents an opportunity The first Walk of the year took place invite their friends for friendship, exchange, meeting between under the guidance of Dr. Barbara Aniello, Eliash e Jeevan. students and teachers of various faculties, in professor at the Faculty of History and Cul- Photo by the spirit of sharing inherent in our academic tural Heritage of the Church, who accompa- R. SICILIANI environment. nied us into the discovery of some artworks Normally everyone can take part in this by Caravaggio, hence the name of the walk: Left: “Caravaggio. The activity not limited by number. This, how- “Caravaggio. The iconography of light.” iconography of light” ever, is at the discretion of the professor guid- Another Walk, held in the afternoon - was the title of ing the group. It also depends on which sites guided by Dr. Cecilia Proverbio, professor at a Walk led by are visited, as there may be specific require- the Faculty of History and Cultural Heritage of Dr. Barbara Aniello to discover ments to be met. It is a very pleasant experi- the Church - took place at the end of March and Michelangelo Merisi’s led us to the rediscovery of St. John Lateran and masterworks in Rome the Holy Stairs.

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The first one hundred years of Gregorianum by the EDITORIAL STAFF

he journal Gregorianum celebrates its first Tone hundred years, during which it has who, in the course of the years, have shaped participated in the main debates the Gregorianum, and made it well known and Roman Catholic Church has faced. Its first appreciated worldwide». issue was published in January 1920, ten The journal contains original scientific years before the University moved to its works on Holy Scripture, Theology (Funda- new location in Piazza della Piloa. «On oc- mental, Dogmatic, Patristic, Moral), Spiritu- casion of the hundredth anniversary, the ality and Philosophy; contributions are fourth issue of 2019 will be dedicated to the wrien in French, English, Italian, Por- journal development during this period», tuguese, Spanish and German. explains the current director, Fr. Henryk The structure of the first issue would be- Pietras S.J. «There will be articles on the dif- come fully traditional in the successive ferent disciplines wrien by the authors years; in the first place were «Articles» followed by «Notes», «Reviews», and finally

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Hans Urs von Balthasar, and Karl Rahner, S.J. Some of the in-house authors were also quite famous, as the Jesuit professors «Scientific News». At the beginning of 1921, Bernard Lonergan, Juan Alfaro, Peter however, a fifth section, «Elenchus biblio- Henrici, Angel Antón, Josef Fuchs, Maria- graphicus», was added, and in the middle of susai Dhavamony and Hervé Carrier. The that same year, a sixth, «Conspectus biblio- ensemble of these wise scholars illustrates graphicus», commonly referred to as «The how much the ancient and living tradition Bulletin», was added as well. of the Church was once again finding its full The authors of the first issue were highly dignity in theology. renowned and in the following years, many Year after year, Gregorianum offered an of those who published in Gregorianum en- ever-greater number of issues that dealt with joyed great authority in the theological common themes. Since 2003, under the di- world as well as with the Holy See. The first rection of Paul Gilbert, S.J., professor of contributors were for the most part profes- metaphysics, Gregorianum has been regularly sors at the Gregoriana, all of them members presenting groups of articles on various sub- of the Society of Jesus. Exceptions to the rule jects of interest for theology and philosophy, that the authors should be members of the considering in particular the fifty years since Left: Society of Jesuits were rare, the feminine the Second Vatican Council. Title page of the first presence made itself evident from 1946, and The review section of Gregorianum is one issue of Gregorianum. in the following years, the participation of of the most appreciated. The reviews are the Photo by non-Jesuits would grow. burden solely of teachers at the University, P. PEGORARO The newness of Second Vatican Council of which they thus present the major posi- tions, not always directly but at least in the Below: and its requirements regarding the manner Some of of doing and teaching theology were oblique manner of a review. Gregorianum strongly affirmed in two special issues in In 2011, Fr. Roland Meynet, S.J. was ap- directors: 1969 at the initiative of Peter Henrici, S.J., di- pointed director of Gregorianum, office that Charles Boyer, Filippo Selvaggi, rector of Gregorianum from 1968. Some of he held until December 2016, when he was Karl Becker the authors for these issues who were not succeeded by Fr. Henryk Pietras, S.J. and Paul Gilbert. part of the Gregoriana teaching faculty were authors of great authority, for example,

The 13 Directors of Gregorianum

1920 Giuseppe Filograssi (Professor of Biblical Theology) 1920 - 1935 Domenico Palermo Lazzarini 1935 - 1945 Charles Boyer (Professor of Systematic Philosophy) 1945 - 1951 Georges Delannoye (Professor of Metaphysics) 1951 - 1954 Zoltán Alszeghy (Professor of Dogmatic Theology) 1954 - 1958 Filippo Selvaggi (Professor of Cosmology) 1958 - 1968 William Van Roo (Professor of Sacramental Theology) 1968 - 1971 Peter Henrici (Professor of Modern Philosophy) 1971 - 1985 Karl Becker (Professor of Dogmatic Theology) 1985 - 2003 Jacques Dupuis (Professor of Dogmatic Theology) 2003 - 2011 Paul Gilbert (Professor of Metaphysics) 2011 - 2016 Roland Meynet (Professor of Biblical Theology) 2016 Henryk Pietras (Professor of Patristic Theology)

54 (special issue) - 2019 | 33 BOOKS & PERIODICALS

Jaime Emilio Gonzalez Magaňa, S.J. Amar y servir hasta la muerte. Amaury Begasse Identidad sacerdotal de Dhaem, S.J. y conﬁguración con Cristo et alii (edd.) Deus summe cognoscibilis. Ciudad de México, Societas Librorum, 2019 The Current Theological Relevance of Saint Bonaventure

Leuven - Paris - Bristol, Peeters (BETL), 2018, pp. 716 Karlijn Demasure, Katharina A. Fuchs, Hans Zollner, S.J. (edd.) Safeguarding: Reﬂecting on Child Abuse, Theology and Care Paul Gilbert, S.J. Leuven - Paris - Bristol, Peeters Introduction à la réﬂexion philoso- (Centre for Child Protection), pp. 237 phique: la sagesse et ses amis 2018,

Bruxelles - Namur - Paris, Lessius (Donner raison), 2018, pp. 248 Bryan Lobo, S.J. (ed.) Enlightenment and Tantra. Hindus and Christians in Dialogue

Roma, Gregorian & Biblical Press Felix Körner, S.J. (Hg.) (Documenta Missionalia) 2018, pp. 264 Glaube in Gesellschaft: Ankaraner Stimmen zur Politischen Theologie

Freiburg im Breisgau, Herder Verlag GmbH (Georges Anawati Stiftung), Samuele Sangalli (ed.) 2019, pp. 263 Immigration. Understanding and Proposals

Roland Meynet, S.J. Roma, Gregorian & Biblical Press, 2018, pp. 368 Le Psautier. Troisième livre (Ps 73-89)

Leuven - Paris - Bristol, Peeters (Rhetorica Biblica et Semitica), 2019, pp. 269 PERIODICALS

Rossano Zas Friz De Col, S.J. The Transforming Presence of Mystery: A Perspective of Spiritual Theology

Leuven - Paris - Bristol, Peeters Gregorianum Archivum Historiae Periodica (Studies in Spirituality Supplements), Pontiﬁciae de Re Canonica 2019, pp. VI-137 Subscriptions: www.gbpress.org Pontiﬁcio Istituto Biblico, Piazza della Piloa, 35 - 00187 Roma (Italia) Tel. +39 06 6781567 - E-mail: [email protected]

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Spirituality * Lecture Series Cultural Heritage of the Church * International The personal experience Conference - Innovative solutions of reconciliation of an Irish Jesuit for the decommissioned churches

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Judaic Studies * Lecture Series Social Sciences * Lecture Prof. John Borelli The Year of Cardinal Bea Learning from Interreligious Dialogue: 50th Anniversary (+1968) From Colonial to a Global Understanding

Faith and Culture * Book Presentation Biblical Studies * International conference Immigration: Understanding and Proposals Jesus and the Pharisees. Foreword by Card. Pietro Parolin Closing Session

54 (special issue) - 2019 | 35 Academic Year 2018/2019 PoPontifical Grreegorian 2754 STUDENTS, Univerrssity 764 OF WHICH ARE NEW MATRICULATIONS This is who we are! 322 TEACHING STAFF

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