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The University Series A Multi-Parish, Adult Education Program 2014 offering more than 100 courses during the season of Lent

PARTICIPATING CAMPUSES • Holy Cross • St. Julie Billiart • La Reina High School • St. Mary Magdalen • Our Lady of the Assumption • St. • Padre Serra • St. Paschal Baylon • San Buenaventura Mission • St. • St. • St.

PRE-REGISTER now at www.theuniversityseries.org or by mail using the enclosed form. Pre-registration closes February 17, 2014. March 6 - April 10, 2014 2 GENERAL INFORMATION

uring the season of Lent, The University Series™ offers more than D100 seminars connecting faith with real life in areas such as current events, contemporary moral issues, evangelization, faith and science, marriage and family, church history, scripture, and prayer. Sessions include multi-media presentations and always time for your questions. The 2014 season runs March 6 to April 10 at 11 parishes and one high school that spans the border of Los Angeles and Ventura counties.

O When, Who & What • The University Series runs March 6 to April 10, 2014. See the “Calendar at a Glance” on pages 10-11 for the complete schedule or visit the Web site at www.theuniversityseries.org. • Classes are in English unless noted. • University faculty have extensive knowledge in their fields. They love to teach and connect faith with real life. • Sessions include discussions, presentations, multi-media, handouts and time for your questions. Some sessions may include books, CDs, and DVDs for sale. • All sessions are non-accredited and presented for the purpose of spiritual and personal growth. O Registration & Tuition PRE-REGISTRATION: $5 per class, includes your guest for free (Pre-registration closes Monday, Feb. 17, 2014) AT-THE-DOOR: $8 per class, includes your guest for free • Pre-registration is available: ONLINE: Use your credit card @ www.theuniversityseries.org. Try this easy, fast method for pre-registration. MasterCard, VISA, American Express, Discover and Bank cards accepted. MAIL: Send your completed registration form to your Parish Office OR to: The University Series • 155 E. Janss Road • Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 • A pass for all classes is available only during pre-registration for $85 (a $208 value!) and includes your guest. After your registration is received, a pass with your name will be delivered to your home parish for you to pick up. Simply show your pass at the door of any class for instant admission – no waiting. • All proceeds go toward future educational programs.

The University Series Courses TRACK PAGE Archaeology & Scripture: AS 3-4 Current Events & Faith: CE 4-5 Church History CH 5-6 Evangelization: EV 6-7 Faith & Science: FS 7 Faith in Music FM 8 Liturgy: LG 8 Morality & Ethics: ME 9 Marriage & Family: MF 9-10 Spirituality: SP 10-11, 14 UNIVERSITY SERIES COURSES 3

Archaeology & Scripture: Digging Into the Word

Studying and Singing the Book of . The Book of Daniel contains stirring and provocative stories of courage and faith. The stories also inspired a number of “spirituals” from the days of . What can these songs teach us? Dr. Smith-Christopher will be accompanied by soloist, Daveon Swann, an LMU graduate and accomplished singer. Dr. Daniel Smith-Christopher AS-01 Tues., April 8 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center

Song of Songs: A Love Poem. Song of Songs is a highly romantic and sensual love poem in the Bible, and rich in religious and human understanding. Discover its meaning for modern readers and discover how this ancient poem applies today. Bring your Bibles. Dr. William Shaules AS-02 Thurs., March 27 7:30-9:00 PM St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall

Visions of the Future: The Book of Daniel. The stories and apocalyptic visions of the Book of Daniel deal with Jewish persecutions from the Exile to King Antiochus. Fr. Bill explains this history, what is seen in Daniel’s visions and stories, and how it is relevant to a faith in ’s plan for His chosen people. Fr. Bill Nicholas AS-03 Mon., March 31 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Parish Center

The Four Gospels in a Way You Never Knew! Using a simple system and simple concepts, you will learn how to differentiate between the Gospels and understand a deeper meaning of them through the lens of both their human author and their original audience. Chris Knabenshue AS-04 Thurs., April 3 7:30-9:00 PM Holy Cross Rms.21 & 22

Excavating Jesus: Part I, Daily Life at the Time of Jesus. What does Archaeology say about daily routines in cities and villages, getting over a sickness, preparing and eating meals, and even finding work in those days? How do recent discoveries about daily life radically change the Bethlehem and Easter stories? Fr. Dave Heney AS-05 Wed., March 12 7:30-9:00 PM St. Paschal Hall

Excavating Jesus: Part II, Recent Discoveries. What does recent archaeology say about Jesus and Mary Magdalen? Has the home of Jesus been found? How do recent discoveries change our view of His childhood? Was there ever really a who led an Exodus out of Egypt, a King , or ’s Ark? Fr. Dave Heney AS-06 Wed., March 19 7:30-9:00 PM St. Paschal Hall

Excavating Jesus: Part III, Controversies & Questions. Do the Dead Sea Scrolls confirm or challenge our Bibles today? Did Jesus have a wife as a recent discovery indicates? Have the bones of Jesus, St. Peter, and Apostle James been found? What are Islamic, Jewish, and Christian views on archaeology? Fr. Dave Heney AS-07 Wed., March 26 7:30-9:00 PM St. Paschal Hall

The Mystery of Faith: What is Christian Mystery? Why do we call faith a mystery? What kind of mystery does this refer to? Fr. Felix explores what the Bible and the Catechism of the teach us about mystery in our Catholic-Christian faith. First of two parts. Attend tonight even if you can’t make Part Two. Don’t forget to bring your Bible! Fr. Felix Just, S.J. AS-08 Mon., March 17 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Parish Center

The Mystery of Faith: What is Christian Faith? What does faith really mean? What is Christian faith? How is our Catholic understanding of faith different from how other Christians understand faith? Fr. Felix explores what the Bible and the Catechism teach us about faith from our Catholic-Christian perspective. Even if you missed the first one, come tonight, and don’t forget your Bible. Fr. Felix Just, S.J. AS-09 Tue., March 18 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Parish Center

Ignatian Spirituality: Biblical Meditation and Contemplation. St. (1491-1556) founded the (the Jesuits) and also taught innovative methods of prayer based on scripture. This workshop introduces two very practical methods of Meditation and Contemplation, and gives attendees an opportunity to experience them in practice. Join Fr. Felix for this special event, and don’t forget to bring your Bible. Fr. Felix Just, S.J. AS-10 Wed., March 19 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

Ignatian Spirituality: Discernment of Spirits and Finding God’s Will. It’s not so easy to figure out what God really wants of us. The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola contain some remarkably useful and very practical guidelines to help distinguish between the influence of good spirits (moving toward God) and evil spirits (moving away from God, or even just thoughts within in our own head!). Fr. Felix will introduce attendees to simple and helpful spiritual exercises to help discern God’s will, especially when faced with major life decisions. Fr. Felix Just, S.J. AS-11 Thurs., March 20 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

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Archaeology & Scripture: Digging Into the Word (continued)

6 Sundays in The Holy Land. Join Fr. Steve as we walk through the Holy Land using the Lenten Sunday Scriptures as our guide. This presentation will bring together the six Sunday Gospels, pictures, and prayer to bring to life the world of Jesus …and ours! It will be a great way to begin your Lenten journey using the Word of God that will be proclaimed through the Lenten season. Fr. Steve Thoma AS-12 Thurs., March 6 7:30-9:00 PM St. Julie Billiart Hall

Food for Thought (lunchtime session): “The Gospel of St. Paul.” The “Gospel of St. Paul” consists of a series of epistles, as distinct from Gospels given in the context of a biography of Jesus. In each of his letters, St. Paul presents the foundations of Christian theology regarding Jesus, the Church, Suffering, the Second Coming, Morality and much more. Join Fr. Bill for an overview of the key themes of Paul’s Gospel. Feel free to bring your lunch. Fr. Bill Nicholas AS-13 Fri., March 21 12:10-12:50 PM St. Paschal Hall

When Bad Things Happen to Good People: The Book of . Job was a very faithful person beset with crisis after crisis. His friends were certain he must have sinned. How should we understand this story? And what does it teach us about how to live through difficulty today? Kevin Haley AS-14 Tues., March 11 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center

The Testaments: Something Old, Something New. How does the Old Testament relate to the New Testament? Is one fulfilled in the other? How should we understand the two parts of the Bible and their relationship to one another? Kevin Haley AS-15 Thurs., March 27 7:30-9:00 PM Our Lady of the Assumption, Mulcahy Center

A Very Special Mary. Using plenty of illustrations and a clear and concise historical presentation, come learn about how special Mary really is. From her infancy, throughout the New Testament, and in devotions to her from the 3rd century through present day, Mary’s effect on people is quite remarkable. Bob Pisapia AS-16 Thurs., March 13 7:30-9:00 PM Holy Cross Rms. 21 & 22

Current Events & Faith: Jesus in the News

The Francis Revolution: The Papacy at the One Year Mark. What’s going on and where is it going? CNN Senior Vatican Analyst John Allen provides his highly informative and always dynamic observations about this remarkable new . This is one of the University’s most popular speakers. John Allen CE-01 Mon., March 17 7:30-9:00 PM St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall

“God, Give Me A Break!” The Serenity Prayer as a Way of Life. In a very rare and special appearance by this Analyst, Fr. Jonathan Morris makes sense of a complex world through this famous prayer, “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” Fr. Morris explains how this prayer reveals a path to lasting happiness no matter what we might face in our life today. Fr. Jonathan Morris CE-02 Thurs., March 13 7:30-9:00 PM St. Paschal Hall

The “Arab Spring” and its Impact on Christianity in the Middle East. Many have given up hope on peace in the Middle East, but does the recent “Arab Spring”, radical changes in Egypt and Syria, and a possible “nuclear” Iran make the situation worse or better for peace? What about Palestinian statehood, and the Christians who live in Bethlehem? Come hear ideas for a peace plan from Fr. Dave, including insights from his yearly to the Middle East. Fr. Dave Heney CE-03 Wed., Apr 2 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center

Food for Thought (lunchtime session): The “Arab Spring” and its Impact on Christianity in the Middle East. Fr. Dave repeats his evening course in the new University Series Food for Thought lunchtime series. Feel free to bring your lunch. Fr. Dave Heney CE-04 Fri., Apr 4 12:10-12:50 PM St. Paschal Hall

Getting Together: How Far Have We Come? How far have we come since Vatican II in our relationship with both fellow Christians and with non-Christians? Why does it matter? Where is leading us? Join the Archdiocese’s inter-religious officer for a first-hand look at progress in Southern California. Rev. Alexei Smith CE-05 Thurs., March 6 7:30-9:00 PM Our Lady of the Assumption, Mulcahy Center

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Current Events & Faith: Jesus in the News (continued)

God Under Fire: The Adventures of a Military Chaplain. How do our troops in combat keep the faith? What spiritual help can our friends and relatives expect while in the service? A Navy-Marine Corps Catholic Chaplain, who served in the Kuwait war, shares an evening of stories of life with Marines in the United States, overseas and in combat. Semper Fi! Fr. Paul Donlan CE-06 Mon., March 10 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Parish Center

The Gifted Vocation: Finding Greater Purpose and Meaning in Your Career. Learn how to bring together faith, reason and best business practices from Scripture, Catholic tradition and the career consulting field to uncover your own unique God-given gifts. Whether you are working in a secular profession, sacred church setting or are un, under or mis- employed, explore new directions for your unique gifts and find the missing pieces to creating your own Gifted Vocation. Suzanne Freiberg CE-07 Thurs., March 20 7:30-9:00 PM St. Paschal Hall

Pax Christi: Pope Francis Call to Nonviolence. Fr. Chris Ponnet, long-time social activist, uses the writings and preaching of Pope Francis to offer an overview of Catholic Biblical Social Justice teaching and actions using Pax Christi efforts. Fr. Chris Ponnet CE-08 Thurs., March 27 7:30-9:00 PM St. Paschal Hall

Women as Disciples of Christ: Mary Magdalen. In conjunction with the 100th anniversary celebration of Mary Magdalen parish, Dr. Janice Daurio reviews what is known about Mary Magdalen and then considers the role of women in the church and women as disciples of Christ. Dr. Janice Daurio CE-09 Wed., April 9 7:30-9:00 PM St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall

Compassion, Mercy, and Social Justice: St. Katharine Drexel. As Pope Francis reaffirms the importance of reaching out with compassion and mercy, Americans can look to the first born in the U.S. as an inspiring example of a life lived serving society’s outcasts. Journalist Cason brings fresh insight into a woman who changed the course of the civil-rights movement. Colleen Cason CE-10 Tues., April 1 7:30-9:00 PM St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall

Church History: Exploring Our Roots

Vatican II: Did We Really Need It? As we commemorate its 50th anniversary, Fr. Hutton looks at the trends and themes reflected in the Council Documents to help us meet the challenges and opportunities we find in the Church and society today. Fr. Leon Hutton CH-01 Mon, March 10 7:30-9:00 PM St. Julie Billiart Hall

Reform and Renewal: How Modern Councils Changed the Church? Each of the last Ecumenical Councils, Trent, Vatican I and Vatican II, made a significant impact on the life and faith of the Church today. Fr. Hutton offers an overview of the main objectives and impact of each of the councils, and examines how they might help us address modern struggles of the Church now and in the future. Fr. Leon Hutton CH-02 Mon, March 31 7:30-9:00 PM St. Julie Billiart Hall

The Top 20 Hits in Church History I. How could the Church survive for 2000 years? Get to know the main events that changed everything for Catholics in the world and made all the difference in important ways. Tonight’s First 5 begins the trip! Fr. Joe Shea CH-03 Tues., March 11 7:30-9:00 PM Holy Cross Church

The Top 20 Hits in Church History II. Fr. Joe continues with his presentation of the most important dates in history for our Catholic Faith. Even if you missed Part I, plan to be here! Fr. Joe Shea CH-04 Tues., March 18 7:30-9:00 PM Holy Cross Church

The Top 20 Hits in Church History III. Fr. Joe continues with his presentation of the most important dates in history for our Catholic Faith. Even if you missed Part I or Part II, plan to be here! Fr. Joe Shea CH-05 Tues., March 25 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Parish Center

The Top 20 Hits in Church History IV. Fr. Joe concludes his presentation of the most important dates in history for our Catholic Faith. Fr. Joe Shea CH-06 Tues., April 1 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Parish Center

Padre Serra: Pioneer of Faith. Who is this man called the Founder of California? What made him so fearless and strong? How does his narrative become a source of inspiration for us to never lose hope, always to go forward for the love of God? The successful EWTN TV series “Serra, Ever Forward, Never Back” will be presented with Q&A following. Fr. Joe Scerbo CH-07 Wed., March 19 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center 6 UNIVERSITY SERIES COURSES

Church History: Exploring Our Roots (continued)

Junipero Serra and His Legacy. In this special presentation, Dr. Steven W. Hackel, co-curator of the recent Serra Exhibit at the Huntington Library, and Fr. Tom Elewaut, pastor at San Buenaventura Mission, join to discuss the circumstances that influenced Fr. Serra’s life and the founding of the 21 Missions in California, and also their impact on Native Americans. With the presentation set in the Mission Church, additional discussion will cover the history and religious art at the Mission and Serra’s relationship with the local Chumash Indians. Dr. Hackel & Fr. Elewaut CH-08 Mon., March 10 7:30-9:00 PM San Buenaventura Mission Church

The Last Supper: Mystery or History? The Last Supper is among the most compelling historical events of our faith. Yet, as a historical event, it remains largely shrouded in mystery. Biblical scholars have formulated diverse accounts of its historical existence, its timing and its location. Why are scholars and historians so divided? What can we know for sure about what happened at the Last Supper? Dave Shaneyfelt CH-09 Tues., April 8 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

God’s Mercy vs. Stalin & Hitler: The Life of John Paul II. What role did the mercy of Jesus Christ play in the life and ministry of the late John Paul II? From the time of his mother’s death when he was 8 years old, the tragedy of WWII, and the hardships of Communism, John Paul II witnessed to God’s mercy. Learn the significance of mercy in the life, devotion, and writings of John Paul II. Fr. Gregory Semeniuk CH-10 Mon., Apr. 7 7:30-9:00 PM St. Julie Billiart Hall

Our Lady of Guadalupe: What did Juan Diego really see? The image of has a universal appeal, but each one of us looks at it through our own eyes In this session, we will explore the interpretations that St. Juan Diego and the Mexican Natives gave to the rich symbolism in the image and how this powerful image brought the faith to an entire nation. Dn. Memo Rodriguez CH-11 Mon., March 10 7:30-9:00 PM St. Rose of Lima Church

If Jesus was Jewish, Why Aren’t We? In the earliest stages of the Christian Church, those interested in becoming Christians were required to convert to Judaism first. Why did that change? Since Jesus was a practicing Jew, why aren’t we Jewish? Dn. James Carper CH-12 Wed., March 26 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Youth Center

La Transformación de la Iglesia en Estados Unidos. “Miren, yo voy a hacer algo nuevo, ya está brotando, ¿no lo notan?” Is.43, 19 En este taller hablaremos de un poco de historia de la Iglesia Católica en Estados Unidos y de cómo la integración de los latinos en la Iglesia y en la sociedad están transformando el mapa del Catolicismo norteamericano. Dn. Leonel Yoque CH-13 Mon., March 17 7:30-9:00 PM San Buenaventura Mission School

Evangelization: How to Talk About Your Faith

Are You Saved? How would you answer? Are you saved by “grace” alone, or do “works” play a role? How does behavior affect our salvation? Explore both fundamentalist and Catholic theology to learn about the similarities and differences of beliefs for Catholics and Protestants. Fr. Dave Heney EV-01 Thurs., March 6 7:30-9:00 PM St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall

The Benefits of Single-Gender Education - Evidence from Research. UCLA Professor Linda Sax shares research from a nationwide study on young women who attended co-institutional (single gender classroom) Catholic schools and compares with their coeducational(mixed gender classroom) Catholic schools. In which format does teaching and learning work best? Linda Sax EV-02 Tues., March 11 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Cafeteria

Christian or Catholic: How do we answer? How often do other faith traditions assume because we are Catholic, we are somehow not Christian? If we were presented with that question, how would we answer it? How did we become the “Catholic Church?” Dn. James Carper EV-03 Thurs., March 13 7:30-9:00 PM St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall

A “Beautiful” Session with God. Using video and powerful images, Fr. Joe and professional photographers help us to use our five senses to connect with God on a profound level. Fr. Joe Scerbo EV-04 Wed., March 12 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Catholics. Using the familiar Stephen Covey system, La Reina High School campus minister Kristine Durand shows us an application that all Catholics can use. Kristine Durand EV-05 Tues., March 24 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Cafeteria

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Evangelization: How to Talk About Your Faith (continued)

Lay People in Action: Beyond the Pews. Who are the Associates of the Sisters of Notre Dame? Lay men and women who feel drawn to join the sisters in being a hope-filled presence in family, community, and workplace. Sr. Lisa will lead a panel discussion by Associates to show how to get: a deeper relationship with God through prayer, radical discipleship, and solidarity with the poor and marginalized. Sr. Lisa Megaffin, SND EV-06 Thurs., April 3 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Cafeteria

Are Catholics Republicans or Democrats? In today’s world, many associate political beliefs with religion. Conservative or liberal labels may attach immediate presumptions about one’s opinion on abortion, death penalty, the environment, hunger and homelessness. Let’s look at our own political views through the Catholic lens to strengthen our passion and knowledge of the Church’s stance on critical issues. Daryl Hitt EV-07 Thurs., March 20 7:30-9:00 PM Our Lady of the Assumption, Mulcahy Center

¿Y qué es un diácono? El diácono no es un sacerdote, pero tampoco es un monaguillo adulto. En esta charla descubriremos cual es el papel que el diácono desempeña en nuestra Iglesia hoy en día, así como los orígenes bíblicos de este importante ministerio. Dios puede estar llamándolo a usted a ser diácono, venga a esta clase y descúbralo. Dn. Memo Rodriguez EV-08 Wed., March 12 7:30-9:00 PM St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall

Discipulado y Misión. “…Yo he venido para que tengan Vida, y la tengan en abundancia.” Jn. 10,10 En este taller tendremos la oportunidad de dar una mirada contemplativa a la necesidad de renovar la teología y práctica misionera para responder a los desafíos actuales, desde la propuesta del documento de Aparecida (Obispos de America Latina y del Caribe, 2007) y del documento Encuentro y Misión (USCCB, 2002). Dn. Leonel Yoque EV-09 Mon., April 7 7:30-9:00 PM St. Rose of Lima Church

Faith & Science: Friends or Foes?

The Evolution of and Eve: Where do we really come from, Darwin or God? How does our creation story from the bible agree with science or not? What is the actual Catholic and scientific understanding of our origin? Fr. Dave will describe how the Adam & Eve story might be the most important story in the entire bible. Fr. Dave Heney FS-01 Tues., March 11 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Parish Center

People of Faith or People of Reason? The beginning of the modern era in Europe, the Enlightenment, was know as the Age of Reason, to distinguish it from the Middle Ages, the Age of Faith, the so-called Dark Ages. Which should we choose: faith or reason? Moorpark College professor of theology, Dr. Janice Daurio, shows us the meaning of faith and reason. Dr. Janice Daurio FS-02 Thurs., March 27 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Cafeteria

The Evolution of the Universe: the Big Bang and Genesis. Fr. Dave presents an overview of the best of theory and theology on the origins of our universe, life on planet earth, the “God particle”, and other recent scientific discoveries. Fr. Dave Heney FS-03 Mon., March 24 7:30-9:00 PM San Buenaventura Mission School

Science, Religion, and Vatican II: Where are we after 50 Years? What did Vatican II say about science and religion? What do you know about the Pontifical Academy of Science, the Vatican Observatory Publications, and the issues that keep coming up in classrooms, school boards, and in parishes and Catholic schools today? Fr. Osborne examines where the Church and science are in agreement – or not. Fr. Kenan Osborne, ofm FS-04 Tues., March 18 7:30-9:00 PM St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall

The Crucifixion and the Shroud. This is a nationwide presentation on the forensics of the Crucifixion and the famous Shroud of Turin. Learn what it was like for Jesus to be crucified, and discover the mysteries surrounding the Shroud, an ancient linen burial cloth with a mysterious image of Jesus that defies scientific explanation, and that many believe covered Christ. This session features an incredible hands-on exhibit. Due to the graphic nature, this presentation might not be appropriate for small children. Chris Knabenshue FS-05 Wed., March 26 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center

Thinking about God: Things That Make You Say “What!?” Explore the basics of philosophy in a fun and creative way! Prepare to have your mind stimulated in new ways as we look at some proofs of God’s existence, the concept of evil if God is all good, the question of free will and the approach that links them all together. Come be challenged to “think” using both sides of your brain. Chris Knabenshue FS-06 Tues., March 25 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall 8 UNIVERSITY SERIES COURSES

Faith in Music: Catholic Concerts

Michael John Poirier - Eucharistic Adoration. For the 10th anniversary of the Adoration Chapel at St. Paschal Baylon Parish, will lead a Eucharistic Adoration with music and meditation. This is an ideal opportunity for everyone to see, hear, and understand the power of adoration. Michael John Poirier FM-01 Sun., March 9 7:30-8:30 PM St. Paschal Church

Trevor Thomson. Whether you know it or not, you’ve sung many of Trevor’s compositions during Sunday Liturgies. Come and be inspired by his musical spirituality and gentle presence in this live performance. Trevor Thomson FM-02 Sun., March 23 7:30-8:30 PM St. Paschal Church

Lynn Rd. Lenten Concert. Once again, The University Concert Series welcomes Lynn Rd. With their distinctive harmonic blend and thoughtful lyrical content, they will inspire spiritual contemplation during this season of Lent. Lynn Rd. is Jana Bellan, Jody , Georgina Cebrero and Kevin Stoller. Lynn Rd. FM-03 Sun., March 30 7:30-8:30 PM St. Paschal Church

The Rosary Rapper Live in Concert! A Pastoral Associate with a revolutionary ministry, Joe performs music from his albums, Rosary Rap and Fully Alive. Meditate on the Mysteries of the Rosary and explore Scripture and Sacraments through rap and a hip-hop beat. Know and love Christ, be fully alive in Him in this extraordinary and powerful form of prayer. Joe Melendrez FM-04 Tues., April 1 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Gym

Lenten Reflections. Soprano Heidi Valencia Vas, and mezzo-soprano Angela Hicks team up with Kevin Stoller to bring you a selection of eclectic pieces to inspire contemplation and reverence. Classical arias, duets and art songs are paired with traditional hymns in this concert of Lenten Reflections. Vas, Hicks, Stoller FM-05 Sun., April 6 7:30-8:30 PM St. Paschal Church

Liturgy: Our Rite as Catholics

Catholics and Jews: Common Roots, Current Practices, Part I. Fr. Dave Heney and Rabbi Michael Lotker explore the similarities and differences in beliefs, tractions, and practices of these two faiths. Heney/Lotker LG-01 Thurs., March 27 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

Catholics and Jews: Common Roots, Current Practices, Part II. Even if you missed the first night, come to the second in this two-part series. Heney/Lotker LG-02 Thurs., April 3 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

Catholic Calisthenics: Why We Do What We Do at . At Mass we do a lot of standing, walking, sitting, and kneeling. Fr. Tom explains the what, when, why and how in the up, down and all-around during Mass and why there is so much exercise. Fr. Tom Elewaut LG-03 Mon., March 31 7:30-9:00 PM San Buenaventura Mission School

Eight Steps to Get More Out of Mass. Bored with the homily at Mass? Join Fr. Steve, who teaches students how to create homilies at St. John’s Seminary, now teach the rest of us how to listen better to the Word of God and the homily in order to get more out of Mass. Fr. Steve Thoma LG-04 Tues., April 1 7:30-9:00 PM St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall

Is Religious Ritual Missing in our Religion? Ritual is an essential means of assisting us through times of transition and change. It can liberate and heal us, as well as smooth the waters, as we move forward in life. Learn practical ways of creating ritual in your own life. Fr. Jim Clarke LG-05 Tues., March 18 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center

The Richness of Gregorian Chant. The Second Vatican Council gave great emphasis to Gregorian Chant, saying it “should be given pride of place in liturgical services” and is “specially suited to the Roman Liturgy”. Discover why the Church states the study and practice of chant should be promoted. This presentation will unearth the secrets of this ancient art from and method of communication with God. Sri Silva LG-06 Thurs., April 3 7:30-9:00 PM Our Lady of the Assumption, Mulcahy Center

Roman Catholics and Eastern Catholics: Why Are We Different? What is the difference between these two parts of our worldwide Church? Can we attend their services and receive communion, and can they come to our Mass? Why can their marry and ours cannot? Why this difference? Msgr. Bill is a member of both Churches and knows the answers! Chorbishop Bill Leser LG-07 Tues., March 25 7:30-9:00 PM St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall www.universityseries.org UNIVERSITY SERIES COURSES 9

Morality & Ethics: Choices for a Happier Life

Don’t Tell Me What to Do! A Catholic Understanding of Modern Moral Issues. Too many rules? Not enough? You be the judge. Learn the single basic idea that governs all Catholic moral teaching. This class features lots of Q&A time to cover all modern moral issues. Fr. Dave Heney ME-01 Mon., March 31 7:30-9:00 PM St. Rose of Lima Church

What Must I Do? Making Decisions with God. We make decisions moment by moment in our busy lives, and some of these decisions have lasting consequences. Our tradition includes consulting God, Scripture, and the . How often do we intentionally check in with God and one another about decisions that matter? Sr. Mary Leanne Hubbard ME-02 Mon., March 17 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Cafeteria

Let’s Talk about End of Life Care. When diagnosed with a serious illness, coping with change is challenging. Communication within the family about decisions for care is essential so that wishes can be honored and respected. Learn how to have meaningful communication about end of life care while people are still healthy. Learn the about the 7C’s or Gold Standards for End of Life Care. Fr. Peter Gelfer ME-03 Wed., March 26 7:30-9:00 PM St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall

Gay and Lesbian Catholics: The Pope Said What? Pope Francis affirmed “The Catechism of the Catholic Church says they should not be marginalized because of this orientation, but that they must be integrated into society.” How can this happen? The Arch- diocesan Catholic Ministry with Lesbian and Gay Persons (CMLGC) recognizes that all persons with a homosexual orientation are capable of living a full Catholic life in union with all the members of the Church. Come learn about this Archdiocesan Catholic ministry. Javier Plascencia ME-04 Mon., March 24 7:30-9:00 PM St. Peter Claver Parish Center

Gays y Lesbianas Católicos: Que el Papa dijo ¿Qué? El Papa Francisco afirmó que “El Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica dice que no se les puede marginar por causa de su orientación, sino que deben ser integrados a la sociedad.” ¿Cómo podemos lograr esto? El Ministerio Arquidiocesano Católico para Personas Lesbianas y Gay (CMLGC) reconoce que todas las personas con orientación homosexual son capaces de vivir una vida plenamente católica en unidad con todos los miembros de la Iglesia. Venga para aprender más sobre este ministerio Católico de nuestra Arquidiócesis. Javier Plascencia ME-05 Sun., March 30 2:30-4:00 PM St. Paschal Community Room

Como Tratar Con Gente Dificil. Esta presentación nos dará sugerencias para tratar con gente difícil en el trabajo y en la familia usando nuestra fe, el catecismo y las Escrituras. Ruben Quezada ME-06 Mon., March 24 7:30-9:00 PM St. Rose of Lima Church

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A Wholly and Holy Family: Best Practices. Join us for a lively discussion on what families can do protect themselves from the negative aspects of culture, strengthen their family bonds, create a deeper sense of spirituality, and manage life’s challenges. Mark Mitchell MF-02 Thurs., March 6 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

Being About My Father’s Business: Allowing Our Children to Discover Their Mission in Life. A primary job of parents is to guide their children in discovering the unique gifts God has given them. Mariaemma will show how your children’s learning styles— often labeled learning disabilities such as ADD—will lead them to discern who they are in the Body of Christ, and become confident sons and daughters of the Father, eager to do the work he calls them to do. Mariaemma Pelullo-Willis MF-03 Mon., March 17 7:30-9:00 PM Our Lady of the Assumption, Mulcahy Center

Can I Ever Marry Again if my Marriage Failed? Learn the answer and everything else dealing with annulments. Is it only for Catholics? What are the grounds under which these cases can be processed? What happens? This session is for anyone whose marriage has ended, and recommended for those helping a child or friend whose marriage has ended in divorce. Msgr. Bill Leser MF-04 Thurs., March 27 7:30-9:00 PM Holy Cross Rms. 21 & 22

Parent Like a Champion Today. Learn about a research-based, athlete-centered approach to most effectively support your children along their sport journey. Developed by the University of Notre Dame, it draws on the University’s rich academic, athletic, and most importantly, religious resources to help parents set goals with their children; to foster healthy relationships through sports, study, and community service; and to make responsible decisions. Carrie Hastings MF-05 Thurs., March 13 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Cafeteria

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The Passionate Marriage. Using current research about communication and intimacy in marriage, this team offers psychological and spiritual principles and practices that can lift your enthusiasm and bring you closer to God and to your spouse. Whether you are a marriage veteran, newly married, or think you might want to be married, this class is for you! Sikorra/Heney MF-06 Mon., April 7 7:30-9:00 PM San Buenaventura Mission School

A Diet of Virtues: Food for the Good Life. Nutritionist Bernadette Lueck provides a common sense approach to improving a family’s spiritual and physical health through the cardinal virtues of Prudence, Justice, Temperance, and Fortitude when they are applied to the family diet and healthy habits. Bernadette Lueck MF-07 Wed., Apr. 9 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

Keeping Our Children Faithful. How do we help our children value their religious tradition over the strong pull of materialism, consumerism, the media, the Internet and their non-Christian friends? The job is challenging, but not impossible and we cannot give up! Come and listen; come and see; and go home refreshed and strengthened for your family’s journey with Christ. Lilly Aguayo and Peggi Ransom MF-08 Thurs., April 10 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

Talking with Teens about Love and Sex. It’s not easy talking with teens about love and sex, and it is hard to compete with media and pop culture for your child’s heart, mind, faith, and future? Learn the tools you need to speak effectively with your child and how to engage in critical issues before it’s too late. Due to the sensitive subjects discussed, this presentation might not be appropriate for children. Joanna Hyatt MF-09 Wed., April 2 7:30-9:00 PM St. Jude the Apostle Hall

Formando a los Hijos en la Fe. El reto más grande que tenemos como padres y madres es el compartir nuestra fe con nuestros hijos. ¡Pero usted no está solo! En este taller aprenderemos sobre las mejores maneras de educar a nuestros hijos en la fe para que lleguen a ser discípulos de Cristo con una fe adulta y con una vida plena y feliz. Ramona Meza MF-10 Mon., March 24 7:30-9:00 PM Our Lady of the Assumption, Mulcahy Center

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People of the Passion – A Meditation Drama. Hear from 12 characters who encountered Christ in His Passion during this special Lenten presentation. Introduced by Archbishop Emeritus George Neiderauer, the ensemble cast includes clergy and from local parishes, St. Andrews Abbey and the Camaldolese Hermitage at Big Sur. Due to the need for silence during the performance, please no children under 12. Ensemble Cast SP-01 Tues., March 18 7:30-9:00 PM St. Paschal Hall

Building an Immunity to Stress. This session provides a basic biological understanding of stress and the latest relevant research. Learn what Scripture says about stress, how stress impacts our health and relationships, but most importantly, what we can easily do to build our immunity to stress. Joe Sikorra SP-02 Thurs., March 20 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Cafeteria

Suffering and the God of Love. Why would an all-powerful, all-loving God allow suffering? Is it possible to suffer well? Join us for this special presentation by Fr. Robert Spitzer, former president of Gonzaga University, and founder of the Spitzer Center for Ethical Leadership. Fr. Robert Spitzer SP-03 Wed., March 12 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center

Food For Thought (lunchtime session): Compassion in the Christian Tradition. Compassion is at the core of all spiritual traditions but is often glossed over by doctrine, ceremony or ideology. How might we reclaim compassion as the guiding force for our times? Feel free to bring your lunch. Fr. Jim Clarke SP-04 Fri., March 28 12:10-12:50 PM St. Paschal Hall

What Do Major Religions Believe? The Human Body. An interfaith panel drawn from representatives from the Jewish, Christian, Buddhist, Quaker, Bahai’, Muslim, and Mormon faiths will tell about their beliefs about the human body and respond to questions. Fr. Bill Lowe (Catholic) will moderate. Fr. Bill Lowe SP-05 Tues., March 25 7:30-9:00 PM St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall

What Do Major Religions Believe? Women in Faith. An interfaith panel drawn from representatives from the Jewish, Christian, Buddhist, Quaker, Bahai’, Muslim, and Mormon faiths will tell about the women whose faith is held as examples of their beliefs. Fr. Bill Lowe (Catholic) will moderate. Fr. Bill Lowe SP-06 Tues., April 1 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center www.universityseries.org UNIVERSITY SERIES COURSES 11

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Entering the Imaginal Realm: The Vessel of Faith. Faith is much more about imagination than intellect. Learn the many ways that our imagination can strengthen our faith – and assist us in sharing that faith with others. Fr. Jim Clarke SP-07 Thurs., March 20 7:30-9:00 PM Holy Cross Rms. 21 & 22

Food for Thought (lunchtime session): The Sanctification of Suffering. Suffering can help us to grow. What are the keys to seeing that our suffering is meaningful? What meaning can we bring to our suffering? Father Joe’s “Food for Thought” presentation concludes with a blessing of the Padre Serra statue on St. Paschal Baylon grounds. Feel free to bring your lunch. Fr. Joe Scerbo SP-08 Fri, Mar 7 12:10-12:50 PM St. Paschal Hall

World Without End: The Last Things. An in-depth look at death, judgment, purgatory, hell, devils, angels and heaven. Join Father Paul Hruby and Jim Bullock for a lively discussion and video of Church teaching on The Last Things, based on Father Barron’s Catholicism series. Fr. Paul Hruby & Jim Bullock SP-09 Mon., March 24 7:30-9:00 PM St. Julie Billiart Hall

Forgiveness: Misery, Mercy, and Mystery. How can Jesus come into my heart when it is full of the suffering and shame of sin? How can I respond? Why is it so hard to forgive others – and to forgive myself? How can I learn to accept the tender mercy of Jesus, the Wounded Healer? Join David Shaffer for the answers. David Shaffer SP-10 Thurs., April 3 7:30-9:00 PM St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall

Living with Cancer: A Faith-fueled Journey. Cristen Cervellini-Calfo shares her story of survival and discusses how and with whom we navigate the road that God has put us on greatly impacts our life’s journey, whether or not we are dealing with the potholes and speed bumps of a terminal disease. Cristen Cervellini-Calfo SP-11 Wed., March 19 7:30-9:00 PM Holy Cross Dining Room

Picturing The Passion of Our Lord. This illustrated presentation for the Passion of Our Lord explores the New Testament, historical contexts and theologies through art that let to many differing depictions and practices throughout Christian history. Bob Pisapia SP-12 Thurs., April 10 7:30-9:00 PM St. Julie Billiart Hall

Consubstantial with the Father: The Mystery of Jesus. Catholic Christians profess that Jesus was consubstantial, or one in being, with his heavenly Father. Learn how the Church understands the teaching that Jesus was “of one substance” with the Father and discuss the meaning of the incarnation and the union between God’s Word and the humanity of Jesus. Dr. Mark Fischer SP-13 Tues., March 11 7:30-9:00 PM St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall

The Soul and Poetry of a Benedictine Monk. Fr. Gregory Elmer, a monk of St. Andrew’s Benedictine Abbey in Valyermo, CA, despite suffering from Parkinson’s disease, shares selections of his soon-to-be-published poetry focusing on the facets of his life: a world- traveling pilgrim, consummate pianist, retreat leader, profound intellectual, and humble monk. Accompanied by Lisa Shaffer and Bob Wolfe, this will be an evening of inspiration with additional narration about the Abbey and rhythm of life within its walls. Elmer/Shaffer/Wolfe SP-14 Thurs., March 20 7:30-9:00 PM St. Julie Billiart Hall

Food for Thought (lunchtime session): A Lenten Meditation. When linked with prayer, meditation produces a sense of serenity and self-understanding. Practicing with a Lenten meditation can set the tone for a personal introspective Lenten season. Because of the nature of the course, no lunches please. Gail C. Ireland SP-15 Fri., March 14 12:10-12:50 PM St. Paschal Hall

Mary: The First Christian. From the angel’s visit to the flight to Egypt, Mary’s faith calling is a lesson for us all. What gospel messages did she receive? How did she later share all of this with the Church? Join us for a look at the unique story of Mary’s first year of her faith journey. George Peate SP-16 Tues., March 25 7:30-9:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center

What Happened to the 12 Apostles? What did the 12 Apostles do after the stories recorded in Acts of the Apostles? What about their later careers and the travels of their ? Join us for a fascinating story. Sean Wright SP-17 Thurs., March 6 7:30-9:00 PM Holy Cross Rms. 21 & 22

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wedn CAMPUS ABBREVIATION KEY Marc HC: Holy Cross SBM: San Buenaventura Mission SMM: St. Mary Magdalen Ash Wed LRH: La Reina High School SJA: St. Jude the Apostle SPB: St. Paschal Baylon No Univers OLA: Our Lady of the Assumption SJB: St. Julie Billiart SPC: St. Peter Claver PS: Padre Serra SMK: St. Maximilian Kolbe SRL: St. Rose of Lima March 9 March 10 March 11 Marc • Eucharistic Adoration: FM-01 • A Military Chaplain’s Adventures: CE-06 • Bad Things, Good People: AS-14 • Excavating J POIRIER, SPB Church DONLAN, SPC Parish Center HALEY, PS Parish Center HENEY, S 7:30-8:30 PM • Did We Need Vatican II? CH-01 • Top 20 Church Hits I: CH-03 • Beautiful Session HUTTON, SJB Hall SHEA, HC Church SCERBO, S • Junipero Serra’s Legacy: CH-08 • Single-Gender Education: EV-02 • ¿Y qué es un H /ELEWAUT RODRIGUEZ ACKEL , SBM Church SAX, LRH Cafeteria , SMM • What Did Juan Diego See? CH-11 • Evolution of Adam & Eve: FS-01 • Suffering and Go RODRIGUEZ SPITZER, , SRL Church HENEY, SPC Parish Center PS Pa • One in Being: SP-13 FISCHER, SMM Church Hall March 16 March 17 March 18 Marc Religious Education Congress • Mystery of Faith: AS-08 • Christian Faith: AS-09 • Excavating Jesus II: A JUST, SPC Parish Center JUST, SPC Parish Center • Biblical Med • The Francis Revolution: CE-01 • Top 20 Church Hits II: CH-04 JUST, SJ ALLEN, SMK Hall SHEA, HC Church • Serra: Pioneer • La Transformación de la Iglesia: CH-13 • Science, Religion, Vatican II: FS-04 SCERBO, PS P YOQUE, SBM School OSBORNE, SMM Church Hall • Living with C • Making Decisions with God: ME-02 • Is Religious Ritual Missing? LG-05 CERVELLINI-CALFO, H HUBBARD, LRH Cafeteria CLARKE, PS Parish Center • Father’s Business, Our Children: MF-03 • People of the Passion: SP-01 PELULLO-WILLIS, OLA Mulcahy Center ENSEMBLE, SPB Hall March 23 March 24 March 25 Marc • 7 Habits of Effective Catholics: EV-05 • Trevor Thomson: FM-02 DURAND • Top 20 Church Hits III: CH-05 • Excavating J THOMSON, SPB Church , LRH Cafeteria SHEA, SPC Parish Center HENEY, S 7:30-8:30 PM • Evolution of the Universe: FS-03 HENEY, SBM School • You Say What?! FS-06 • Why Aren’t We KNABENSHUE CARPER • Gay & Lesbian Catholics: ME-04 , SJA Hall , SPC Y PLASCENCIA, SPC Parish Center • The Two Catholic Churches: LG-07 • Crucifixion and t • Como Tratar Con Gente Dificil: ME-06 LESER, SMK Hall KNABENSHUE, PS QUEZADA, SRL Church • Beliefs: The Human Body: SP-05 • End of Life • Formando a los hijos en la fe: MF-10 LOWE/PANEL, SMM Church Hall GELFER, SMM M EZA, OLA Mulcahy Center • Mary, First Christian: SP-16 • World Without End: SP-09 PEATE, PS Parish Center HRUBY/BULLOCK, SJB Hall March 30 March 31 April 1 Apr • Gays y Lesbianas Católicos: ME-05 • Daniel’s Visions: AS-03 • St. Katherine Drexel: CE-10 • Middle East PLASCENCIA, SPB Community Rm NICHOLAS, SPC Parish Center CASON, SMM Church Hall HENEY, PS Pa PM 2:30-4:00 • How the Church Changed: CH-02 • Top 20 Church Hits IV: CH-06 • Teens, Love • Lynn Rd. Lenten Concert: FM-03 HUTTON, SJB Hall SHEA, SPC Parish Center HYATT, S LYNN RD., SPB Church • Why/What Do We Do at Mass? LG-03 • The Rosary Rapper: FM-04 • La Adoracion E 7:30-8:30 PM ELEWAUT, SBM School MELENDREZ, LRH Gymnasium TULACZ, S • Don’t Tell Me What to Do! ME-01 • Get More out of Mass: LG-04 HENEY, SRL Church THOMA, SMK Hall • ¿Qué pasa si me enfermo? SP-20 • Beliefs: Women in Faith: SP-06 RODRIGUEZ, OLA Mulcahy Center LOWE/PANEL, PS Parish Center April 6 April 7 April 8 Apr • Lenten Vocal Concert: FM-05 • Mercy & John Paul II: CH-10 • Singing the Book of Daniel: AS-01 • Women as Di VAS/HICKS, SPB Church SEMENIUK, SJB Hall SMITH-CHRISTOPHER, PS Parish Center DAURIO, SMM 7:30-8:30 PM • Discipulado y Misión: EV-09 • The Last Supper: CH-09 • A Diet of Vi YOQUE, SRL Church SHANEYFELT, SJA Hall LUECK, S • The Passionate Marriage: MF-06 SIKORRA/HENEY, SBM School The University Series 2014 13 esday Thursday Friday Saturday ch 5 March 6 March 7 March 8 • 6 Sundays in the Holy Land: AS-12, THOMA, SJB Hall dnesday • The Pope & Interfaith Progress: CE-05, • Meaningful Suffering: SP-08 sity Courses SMITH, OLA Mulcahy Center SCERBO, SPB Hall • Are You Saved? EV-01, HENEY, SMK Hall 12:10 - 12:50 PM • Wholly Holy Family: MF-02, MITCHELL, SJA Hall • The Twelve Apostles: SP-17, WRIGHT, HC Rm 21 & 22 ch 12 March 13 March 14 March 15

Jesus I: AS-05 • A Very Special Mary: AS-16 Religious Education Congress PISAPIA • Lenten Meditation: SP-15 SPB Hall , HC Rm 21 & 22 IRELAND, SPB Hall n with God: EV-04 • Oh God, Give Me A Break! CE-02 12:10 - 12:50 PM MORRIS SJA Hall , SPB Hall Religious Education Congress diácono? EV-08 • Christian or Catholic? EV-03 M Church Hall CARPER, SMK Hall od of Love: SP-03 • Parent Like a Champion: MF-05 arish Center HASTINGS, LRH Cafeteria

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HENEY JUST AS-06, , SPB Hall • Finding God’s Will: AS-11, , SJA Hall • The “Gospel of St. Paul”: AS-13 FREIBERG itation: AS-10 • Finding Your Vocation: CE-07 , SPB Hall NICHOLAS, SPB Hall JA Hall • Are Catholics Republicans? EV-07 12:10 - 12:50 PM of Faith: CH-07 HITT, OLA Mulcahy Center arish Center • Immunity to Stress: SP-02 Cancer: SP-11 SIKORRA, LRH Cafeteria HC Dining Room • Soul & Poetry of a Monk: SP-14 ELMER/SHAFFER/WOLFE , SJB Hall • Imagination: Vessel of Faith: SP-07 CLARKE , HC Rm 21 & 22 ch 26 March 27 March 28 March 29 esus III: AS-07 • Song of Songs: Love Poem: AS-02 SHAULES • Compassion: SP-04 SPB Hall , SMK Hall • Old & New Testaments: AS-15 CLARKE, SPB Hall e Jewish? CH-12 HALEY, OLA Mulcahy Center 12:10 - 12:50 PM Youth Center • Pope Francis, Nonviolence: CE-08 the Shroud: FS-05 PONNET, SPB Hall Parish Center • People of Faith or Reason? FS-02 Care: ME-03 DAURIO, LRH Cafeteria Church Hall • Common Roots I: LG-01 HENEY/LOTKER, SJA Hall • Can I Marry Again? MF-04 LESER, HC Rm 21 & 22 ril 2 April 3 April 4 April 5 Peace: CE-03 • New Look at Four Gospels: AS-04 • SMM Chapel Tours KNABENSHUE • Middle East Peace: CE-04 AM PM arish Center , HC Rms. 21 & 22 HENEY, SPB Hall 10:00 - 2:00 e, Sex: MF-09 • Lay People in Action: EV-06 12:10 - 12:50 PM SJA Hall MEGAFFIN, LRH Cafeteria Eucaristica: SP-19 • Common Roots II: LG-02 SPB Hall HENEY/LOTKER, SJA Hall • Gregorian Chant: LG-06 SILVA, OLA Mulcahy Center • Forgiveness: SP-10 SHAFFER, SMK Hall ril 9 April 10 April 11 isciples: CE-09 • Keeping Children Faithful: MF-08 Please check your local parish for M Church Hall AGUAYO/RANSOM, SJA Hall Stations of the Cross and other irtues: MF-07 • Picturing the Passion: SP-12 special Lenten Events. SJA Hall PISAPIA, SJB Hall • Adoration Chapel: SP-18 TULACZ, LRH Cafeteria 14 UNIVERSITY SERIES COURSES

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Adoration Chapel: What Do I Do for an Hour? Have you tried the Adoration Chapel? Are you a regular visitor? Have you discovered that an hour leads to personal growth and better family relationships? Sr. Rose Marie shows how living the gift of makes us who we are, reveals our destiny, and deepens our identity in Christ. Sr. Rose Marie Tulacz SP-18 Thurs., April 10 7:30-9:00 PM La Reina High School Cafeteria

La Capilla del Santísimo: ¿Qué hago ahí durante una hora? ¿Ha estado usted en la Capilla del Santísimo? ¿La visita regularmente? ¿Ha descubierto que una hora puede llevarle a crecer como persona y a tener una mejor relación con su familia? Sr. Rose Mary nos muestra cómo el vivir el don de la Eucaristía nos hace ser quienes somos, nos revela nuestro destino y profundiza nuestra identidad en Cristo. Sr. Rose Marie Tulacz SP-19 Wed., April 2 7:30-9:00 PM St. Paschal Hall

¿Qué pasa si me enfermo? Cuando le doctor le dice que tiene una enfermedad seria, puede que usted tenga muchas preguntas. ¿Qué va a ser de mí? ¿Puedo enfrentar esta enfermedad? ¿Cómo va a reaccionar mi familia? ¿Quién va a estar conmigo en este tiempo difícil? ¿Por qué a mí? ¿Dónde está Dios? En esta clase hablaremos sobre estas preguntas y sobre cómo nuestra fe nos prepara para enfrentar las enfermedades con paz y esperanza. Dn. Memo Rodriguez SP-20 Mon., March 31 7:30-9:00 PM Our Lady of the Assumption, Mulcahy Center

OTHER EVENTS OF INTEREST

St. Mary Magdalen Chapel Centennial. St. Mary Magdalen Parish is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the dedication of its historic chapel on Ventura Boulevard in Camarillo on July 4, 2014. Come tour this historic chapel, built by Juan Camarillo in memory of his parents, to hear about its history, see the beautiful stained glass windows, the Stations of the Cross, the marble and oak interior and discover the final resting place of members of the Camarillo family, located in the family crypt below the chapel. Enjoy a once in a lifetime experience by participating in an extensive tour of this beautiful “Chapel on the Hill”. Tours Sat., Apr. 5 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM St. Mary Magdalen Chapel

Worship God in an Eastern Catholic Liturgy. Participate in a Maronite Eucharistic Celebration at Sts. Peter and Paul, 1059 Ashland Avenue, Simi Valley (corner of First St. and Ashland). Experience an Eastern Catholic Divine Liturgy, its prayers, and the interaction with the presider. Liturgy Wed., Mar. 26 7:30 PM Sts. Peter and Paul

The Living Last Supper. Imagine seeing the famous Last Supper painting come to life. Each tells his story: who they were before being called by Jesus, their relationship with Him, and their feelings of being told that one of them will betray Jesus that very night. This moving presentation shows the most precious moment they shared with Jesus as depicted by Leonardo de Vinci in his painting – a true Lenten gift to yourself. The Living Last Supper Fri., Mar. 28 7:00 PM Padre Serra Parish Center

Latin Mass. Participate in a Latin Catholic Holy Mass every week at St. Mary Magdalen. Latin Mass Every Sunday 10:00-11:00 AM St. Mary Magdalen Chapel

The of John Paul II and John XXIII on Divine Mercy Sunday. Watch for this special event on EWTN, the Eternal Word Television Network, as well as on network news channels. Sun., Apr. 27

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LillyL Aguayo & Peggi Ransom… Colleen Cason… is an award-winning journalist workw together at St. Mary and longtime columnist for the Ventura County Star, Magdalen parish to build family telling the stories of ordinary and extraordinary ministrym and faith that will last a people with dignity, truth and humor. She serves lifetime. Lilly is a certified catechist as communications director for the nonprofit anda coordinator who serves on Ventura County Community Foundation, and has thet Archdiocesan Catechetical traveled across the U.S. researching the life of St. Advisory Board. Peggi is a master catechist and Katharine Drexel. has a master’s degree in religious studies from CE-10 ...... pg. 5 Mount St. Mary’s. MF-08...... pg. 10 Cristen Cervellini-Calfo... was first diagnosed with breast cancer while pregnant with her second son John Allen… is CNN’s Senior Vatican Analyst, in 2005 and was declared cancer-free in 2006. The the prize-winning senior correspondent for cancer returned late 2010, giving her a prognosis the National Catholic Reporter, and a frequent of 2 to 5 years. She was a “Spotlight Mom” on commentator for other media outlets. He the Empowered Mom website, honored by the authored five books on the Vatican and Catholic American Cancer Society for her inspirational affairs, and writes the weekly Internet column, talks, featured in a YouTube video produced All Things Catholic. Allen has given hundreds by the ACS, and is the author of the children’s of lectures in various parts of the world. His book, When Mommy Loses Her Hair, it Means the newest book is now available, The Global War Medicine is Working, a HOPE Award winner. She on Christians: Dispatches from the Front Lines of is a parishioner at St. Paschal Baylon parish. Anti-Christian Persecution. SP-11 ...... pg. 11 CE-01...... pg.4 Fr. Jim Clarke… is Director of Spiritual Formation Mary Rose Betten… is a playwright, poet, at St. John’s Seminary, chair of the spirituality retired character actress, three time Clio award- commission of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, winner for her comedic work in TV commercials, and Associate Spiritual Director at the Cardinal and author of the one of a kind book of poems on Manning House of Prayer for Priests. He received acting, Finding Your Best Angle: Give This To An his master’s in divinity from St. John’s Seminary, Actor. She is the recipient of the Carol Doering his master’s in counseling from Trinity College of 2011 award from Women’s Artistic Network, and Graduate Studies, and his master’s in religious is the reading coach for A Room of Her Own education from . He received Foundation. his PhD. in Mythology from Pacifica Graduate SP-01...... pg.10 Institute. LG-05 ...... pg. 8 Jim Bullock… has served in several of St. Julie SP-04 ...... pg. 10 Billiart’s ministries, including choir, Eucharistic SP-07 ...... pg. 11 minister, lector, pastoral council and the Knights of Columbus. Over the past year, he assisted Fr. Janice Daurio, PhD., … is a professor of philosophy Paul Hruby in facilitating Father Robert Barron’s at Moorpark College. She is a parishioner at Padre CATHOLICISM Adult Formation Program. Serra Parish and is married to theology professor SP-09...... pg. 11 Dr. Paul Ford of St. John’s Seminary. Janice and Paul are Benedictine oblates of St. Andre’s Abbey, Dn. James Carper…is a recognized authority in Valyermo. Catholic stewardship and an experienced leader CE-09 ...... pg. 5 in building support for faith-based organizations. FS-02 ...... pg. 7 His weekly blog, “90-Second Stewardship”, focuses on faith and hope in our busy lives. Jim, Fr. Paul Donlan… was ordained a priest of Opus after completing his studies in the diaconate Dei in 1962 after completing his Doctorate of program, was ordained in 2012 and is assigned Theology from the Pontifical Lateran University to St. Peter Claver parish. in . Following many years of youth ministry EV-03 ...... pg. 6 on both coasts, he became a Navy Chaplain. CH-12 ...... pg. 6 Assigned to the Marine Corps from 1988–1992, he took part in the Persian Gulf War of 1990-1991. CE-06 ...... pg. 5

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Kristine Durand… is a reformed business Fr.F Peter Gelfer… is a member of the Hospitaller marketing professional who lives and works full OOrder of St. John of God, an International Healthcare time in youth ministry as Director of Campus CCommunity with over 45 years of health care Ministry for La Reina High School. She is currently eexperience. He is a board certified hospital Chaplain active as a Liturgical Minister at her parish, Padre sserving at St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Serra in Camarillo. Kristine and husband Howard, OOxnard. He specializes in grief counseling, hospice, a youth minister who moonlights as a sound palliativep care and end of life care. engineer, have two adorable girls, ages 1 and 4. ME-03...... pg. 9 EV-05...... pg. 6 Dr. Stephen Hackel… is co-curator of the Serra exhibit at The Fr. Tom Elewaut… was ordained in 1986, and has Huntington Library. He earned his B.A. at Stanford University and spent a total of 30 years in secondary education at his Ph.D. in American History from Cornell University. He is the St. High School in Santa Maria and Bishop general editor of the Early California Population Project and the Garcia Diego High School in Santa Barbara. He project director for the Early California Cultural Atlas. An edited came to Ventura in March 2011, as pastor of San volume of essays, Alta California: People in Motion, Identities in Buenaventura Mission. Formation, is forthcoming. CH-08...... pg. 6 CH-08...... pg. 6 LG-03...... pg. 8 KevinK Haley… and his family have transplanted Fr. Gregory Elmer… was inspired by the priest/ fromf the University of Notre Dame, Indiana. He poet Gerard Manley Hopkins and went on to isis an assistant professor of biblical studies at St. win a Minnesota state poetry contest with his John’sJ Seminary in Camarillo, and recently finished acclaimed verse. After his in 1976, hish doctorate in the Old Testament. His work Fr. Gregory was a speaker and retreat leader addressesa the question: “Who and what is God based at St. Andrew’s Abbey until he moved to callingc me to be?” Mary Health of the Sick in Newbury Park with AS-14 ...... pg. 4 Parkinson’s Disease. He is currently working AS-15 ...... pg. 4 toward publishing a compilation of poetry, due out next year. CarrieC Hastings, Psy.D,… is a graduate of the SP-14...... pg. 11 UniversityU of Notre Dame, where she was a hurdler ono the track team. She obtained her master’s Dr. Mark F. Fischer… has been a faculty member anda doctoral degrees in clinical psychology at of St. John’s Seminary since 1990 and currently PepperdineP University, where she is part of the heads the Pre-Theology program. He is the adjuncta faculty. She presents nationally on the topic author of The Foundations of and is ofo bullying, and specializes in psychological testing the Coordinator of the Steering Committee of the and sports psychology. Dr. Hastings provides clinics Karl Rahner Society. He hosts the website, www. for coaches and parents as part of Notre Dame’s PastoralCouncils.com. Play Like a Champion Today program, a national SP-13...... pg. 11 outreach initiative. She is currently developing resources for athletes with exceptionalities (e.g., Suzanne Freiberg… is an expert in career ADHD, Autism). management and transition, specializing in faith- MF-05 ...... pg. 9 based career programs. With over 20 years of corporate leadership experience, a degree in Fr. Dave Heney... grew up in Thousand Oaks and Theology, and as President of The Gifted Vocation, attended St. Paschal Baylon, where he is now the she helps others integrate faith, reason and best Pastor. He was ordained a parish priest in 1978 business practices into their career and job search. and holds a master’s degree in Marriage, Family, In 2012, she was one of four social innovators and Child Counseling from USC. He is the author invited to participate in the White House Forum of Don’t Tell Me What to Do!, a book on modern on Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She moral issues, and a leader of the annual Holy Land also presented the Gifted Vocation program at the Tour, now in its ninth year. In 2002, he founded The White House Forum on Employment Ministries University Series. and Job Clubs. She leads the Employment AS-05, AS-06, & AS-07 ...... pg. 3 Ministry at St. Julie Billiart Church. CE-03, CE-04 ...... pg. 4 CE-07...... pg. 5 EV-01 ...... pg. 6 FS-01, FS-03 ...... pg. 7 LG-01, LG-02 ...... pg.8 ME-01 ...... pg. 9 MF-06 ...... pg. 10

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DDaryl Hitt…serves as coordinator for youth ChrisC Knabenshue...has spoken internationally mministry and junior high at St. Julie Billiart parish, ono the Crucifixion and the Shroud of Turin, and aand the co-founder of Inspired Voice Ministry. He nationallyn on many other faith-based topics, drawing ccoordinates liturgies and rallies for RE Congress ono his seminary background. He has worked as the YYouth Day and speaks at Santa Barbara and San yyouth minister at Our Lady of Grace (Encino), as a PPedro Regional Congresses. theologyt teacher, and theology department chair EEV-07 ...... pg. 7 ata Crespi Carmelite High School (Encino). He is now the Campus Minister at Crespi. FFr. Paul Hruby… is a native of Glendale, California. FS-05, FS-06 ...... pg. 7 HHe was ordained in 1982 for service to the Church oof Los Angeles. He has been assigned as pastor Chorbishop Bill Leser… was ordained in 1963, was pastor of aat Saint Elisabeth’s in Van Nuys, Incarnation in St. Jude the Apostle parish and has retired, and was recently in GGlendale (where he was baptized), and since 2010 residence at St. Jude Maronite Catholic Church in Murray, Utah. He aat Saint Julie Billiart in Newbury Park. He has served has been a judge of the Metropolitan Tribunal of Los Angeles and oon the Archdiocesan Spirituality Commission and judge of the Eparchial Maronite Tribunal in Los Angeles. has led 7 groups for to the Holy Land. LG-07 ...... pg. 8 SP-09 ...... pg. 11 MF-04 ...... pg. 9

SSr. Mary Leanne Hubbard, SND, DMin,… is a RabbiR Michael Lotker… is a second career rabbi, SSister of Notre Dame and Director of Pastoral receivingr his Master of Hebrew Letters degree and FFormation and Field Education at St. John’s havingh been ordained at age 55 from the Hebrew SSeminary. She has a Doctor of Ministry degree UnionU College-Jewish Institute of Religion (the Reform ffrom Washington Theological Union in Christian movement’sm rabbinic seminary). He holds bachelor’s SSpirituality with an emphasis in Ignatian communal anda graduate degrees in Physics. He is presently ddiscernment and spiritual direction. RabbiR Emeritus at Temple Ner Ami in Camarillo, Rabbi ME-02 ...... pg. 9 of Congregation Khilat HaAloneem in Ojai, and the Community Rabbi for the Jewish Federation of Ventura FFr. Leon Hutton…is an alumni of St. John’s County. He is a member of the Central Conference of SSeminary where he is currently Assistant Professor of America Rabbis and the Board of Rabbis of Southern CChurch History. He holds multiple master’s degrees California. His rabbinic thesis “Ezer Knegdo: Toward a aand is a PhD. Candidate at Catholic University of Theology of Jewish-Christian Partnership,” reflects his AAmerica. Fr. Hutton is a member of the American participation in interfaith dialogue. CCatholic Historical Society, the Pasadena Historical LG-01, LG-02 ...... pg. 8 SSociety, and the Ventura County Historical Society. CH-01, CH-02 ...... pg. 5 FFr. Bill Lowe… was ordained a Catholic priest in 22007 after 36 years as an ordained Episcopal priest, Joanna Hyatt… speaks internationally on healthy wwith degrees in theological studies from Oxford, relationships and behavior to thousands of teens HarvardH Divinity School, Episcopal Theological and young adults in public and private schools, SchoolS and St. John’s University. Following his churches, and colleges. She writes regularly on ordinationo in 2007, he was appointed Catholic these issues at Verily Magazine, Darling Magazine Chaplain/PastorC of the chapels at Naval Base and her website www.joannahyatt.com. Ventura County and is currently a Chaplain at St. MF-09 ...... pg. 10 John’s Regional Medical Center, Oxnard, and St. John’s Pleasant Valley Hospital, Camarillo, and on Gail C. Ireland… developed the use of guided staff at Padre Serra Parish. imagery to begin meditation and recently SP-05, SP-06 ...... pg. 10 published a book Imaging Prayer. She retired as district captain for Ventura County for the Sacred BernadetteB Lueck… is a Certified Nutritionist and Heart Retreat House in Alhambra. founderf of bNutri, a nutritionally-based weight loss SP-15...... pg. 11 anda wellness program. She holds a B.S. degree in NutritionN and Dietetics and has lectured to numerous Fr. Felix Just, SJ... currently serves at the Loyola groupsg in Southern California. She is a wife, mother Institute for Spirituality in Orange. He is a former ofo eight, marathon runner and triathlete. professor at Santa Clara University, University of MF-07.M ...... pg. 10 San Francisco, and Loyola Marymount. He holds a Ph.D. degree from Yale University. Fr. Just was SisterS Lisa Megaffin, S.N.D.,… is currently the born in Berlin, Germany; grew up in Tucson, DDirector of Advancement at La Reina High School. Arizona; and enjoys hiking and backpacking. EEV-06...... pg. 7 AS-08, AS-09, AS-10, & AS-11...... pg. 3

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MarkM Mitchell…has been a Marriage & Family MariaemmaM Pelullo-Willis… holds a master’s TTherapist for over 30 years and is a graduate of degreed in education. She is co-author of Discover UUCLA Anderson School of Management. He has YourY Child’s Learning Style and Midlife Crisis a clinical practice, working with families on caring BeginsB in Kindergarten, and co-founder of ffor aging parents and related issues. He consults LLearning Success Institute. For more than 20 years, aalso with a variety of organizations, such as the shes conducted learning workshops and seminars PPaulist fathers, US Marines, LA City hall & others. forfo parents and teachers. A master catechist, she He is adjunct faculty at Loyola Marymount has also directed religious education programs for University. youth and adults. She is a parishioner of Mission MF-02 ...... pg. 9 San Buenaventura, and serves on the Pastoral Council. FFr. Jonathan Morris… was ordained in 2002 and MF-03...... pg. 9 iis currently serving in the Archdiocese of New YYork. Best known as a commentator on religious RobertR Pisapia… works on archeological mmatters in the media, he has been a contributor excavationse in California, New Mexico and Utah, aand analyst for the Fox News Channel since publishingp several articles on Hopi and Zuni art. 22005. He currently serves as program director HeH has extensively researched early Christian art. oof The Catholic Channel on Sirius XM Radio and HeH holds undergraduate degrees in personnel is a religious life adviser at Columbia University. managementm and industrial psychology from He graduated with high honors with a licentiate BaruchB University and a degree in finance from degree in moral theology (ethics) from Regina California State University. In 2012, he walked the Apostolorum Pontifical University in Rome, Italy. 120-mile Camino de Santiago in Spain. His recent book is God Wants You Happy: From AS-16...... pg. 4 Self-Help to God’s Help. SP-12...... pg. 11 CE-02 ...... pg. 4 Javier Plascencia... represents the Education Committee for the FFr. Bill Nicholas…was ordained in June, 2001 Catholic Ministry with Lesbian and Gay Persons at the Los Angeles ffor the Archdiocese of San Francisco, after Archdiocese. CMLGP was called into existence during a February ccompleting studies at St. Patrick’s Seminary in 1986 sermon in which the Archbishop called for a community, “a MMenlo Park, with a master’s in theology, a master’s comunidad”, of lesbians and gays to support each other on their iin divinity, and a bachelor’s in sacred theology. journey. The CMLGP recognizes that all persons with a homosexual HHe recently completed his MBA. He authored orientation are capable of living a full Catholic life in union with all I Saw the World End: An Introduction to the the members of the Church. Bible’s Apocalyptic Literature, published in 2007. ME-04...... pg. 9 Fr. Nicholas has conducted parish recollections and missions throughout California and as far Fr.F Chris Ponnet… is Pastor of St. Camillus away as Saipan, and he frequently speaks at the CenterC and chaplain at County-USC Medical LA Religious Education Congress. He currently is Center.C He holds a master’s in Divinity from associate pastor at St. Rose of Lima parish. St.S John’s Seminary and is a board-certified AS-03...... pg. 3 chaplainc through the interfaith Association of AS-13 ...... pg. 4 ProfessionalP Chaplains. He speaks, writes, works forf peace and justice, and serves on the board for Fr. Kenan Osborne… is a bridge between the Pax Christi and other organizations dedicated to old, pre-Vatican II world and the contemporary the Catholic Consistent Life Ethic. global village of today. A scholar and teacher CE-08...... pg. 5 of international repute, he recently traveled and taught in mainland China after learning Chinese. Dn.D Guillermo Rodriguez… was ordained to the He recently published a book with Korean permanentp diaconate in 2011. He serves in the scientist, Ki Wook Min, Science and Religion: HispanicH ministry at St. Paschal Baylon. He has Fifty Years after Vatican II: A Time of Peace and serveds in Restorative Justice, Youth Groups, RCIA, Reconciliation. ReligiousR Education, the Charismatic Renewal, the FS-04 ...... pg. 7 ConejoC Valley Interfaith Council and several others. MemoM and his wife, Liliana, are Facilitators for the GGeorge Peate… is the author of Unborn Jesus Permanent Diaconate Formation Program for the OOur Hope. He has a Diploma in Education Archdiocese of Los Angeles. ffrom McGill University, a Master of Theological CH-11...... pg. 6 SStudies Degree from Ave Maria University, taught hhigh school religion and is a former Director oof Education for the Right to Life League of SSouthern California. SP-16...... pg.11 www.universityseries.org UNIVERSITY SERIES FACULTY 19

Dr. Linda J. Sax… is a professor in the Graduate Fr.F Joe Shea... is pastor of St. Rose of Lima in Simi School of Education and Information Studies at Valley.V Ordained in 1978, he served as an associate UCLA. For more than 20 years, she has conducted pastorp at St. Ignatius of Loyola in Los Angeles research on gender issues in education, especially anda St. John Vianney in Hacienda Heights. He women’s participation in STEM fields and the role sserved six years as Director of Vocations for the of single-sex education. ArchdioceseA of Los Angeles and 13 years as EV-02...... pg. 6 administratora and pastor of Holy Family Catholic Community in Glendale. Fr.F Joe Scerbo… is a Franciscan Friar of Atonement. CH-03, CH-04, CH-05, CH-06...... pg. 5 OrdainedO in 1970, he holds a master’s in counseling psychologyp from the Catholic University of America, JJoe Sikorra... M.A., L.M.F.T., is passionate about Washington,W D.C., and a master’s in theology from ssharing the Gospel of hope, and living with St.S Paul’s College, also in Washington. He holds purpose.p His workshops and lectures combine a Ph.D. in Religion and Personality Sciences from thet best and most recent psychological research, thet Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley. Fr. Joe which,w he says, is consistent with Scripture. His presently resides at St. Paschal Baylon parish and is musicm is rooted in the Bible, his rich life experiences, an expert in the life and philosophy of Padre Serra. anda focuses on relationship with God and each CH-07...... pg. 5 other. He is happily married and the proud father EV-04...... pg. 6 of two amazing children who thrive despite living SP-08...... pg. 11 with significant disabilities. MF-06...... pg. 10 Fr.F Gregory J. Semeniuk… studied for the SP-02 ...... pg. 10 priesthoodp with the Eastern Province of thet Vincentians. After 10 years of bilingual SriS Silva… has been a Catholic music and evangelizatione with an emphasis on Hispanic choirc director and cantor for over 10 years after CatholicsC in Long Island, he opened a house completingc seminary studies for the priesthood. ofo discernment for Hispanic Candidates to the HeH received his master’s degree in conducting VincentianV order. He is presently completing his fromf Cal State LA where he received special dissertation in systematic theology on the work of recognitionr in graduate studies from the music Hans Urs van Balthasar and serves as the Director faculty.f He has studied Gregorian chant with the of the Vincentian Theologate and Dean of Students monks of Solesmes, in and in Genoa Italy. at St. John’s Seminary. LG-06...... pg. 8 CH-10 ...... pg. 6 Fr.F Alexei Smith… has served as the ecumenical DavidD Shaffer… is a licensed Marriage and anda inter-religious officer of the Archdiocese FamilyF Therapist and a speaker on a host of sinces 2000. A past president of the inter-religious topicst including marriage and family issues, councilc of Southern California, he is a recipient of sacreds scripture, theology, and the integration of TheT Valley Interfaith Council’s prestigious Religious psychologyp and faith. He has a master’s of divinity LeadershipL Award. Currently, he is President of the fromf St. John’s Seminary and a master’s in Marriage SouthernS California Ecumenical Council. FamilyF Therapy from Mt. St. Mary’s. CE-05...... pg. 4 SP-10 ...... pg. 11 Dr.D Daniel Smith-Christopher... has a master’s DaveD Shaneyfelt… is an attorney with the Ventura degreed from Associated Mennonite Biblical firmfi of Anderson Kill & Olick, PC. He is a former SeminaryS in Indiana and a Doctor of Philosophy trialt attorney with the U.S. Dept. of Justice in degreed from Oxford University, England. He Washington,W D.C. and is a graduate of Thomas is currently a professor of theology at Loyola AquinasA College and Willamette College of MarymountM University and appears frequently on Law.L He has also published numerous articles in thet Discovery and History channels. In 2012, he was Catholic,C secular and professional publications. awarded a Fulbright award to lecture in Castellon, CH-09 ...... pg. 6 Spain. His newest textbook for use in Catholic High Schools, Sacred Scripture: A Catholic Study Dr. William Shaules… has a B.A. in Spanish of God’s Word, co-written with Fr. Patrick Mullen, Literature, an M.A. in Religious Studies from Mount was published in 2013. St. Mary’s College, a Master’s of Divinity and a AS-01...... pg. 3 Ph.D. in New Testament from Fuller Theological Seminary He presently teaches in the Diaconate Formation Program for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles as well teaches courses in Scripture at Loyola Marymount University. AS-02...... pg. 3

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Fr. Robert J. Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D.,… is the President of the Sr. Rose Marie Tulacz, SND… is recognized as Center of Reason and Faith and the Spitzer Center for Ethical the founder of Notre Dame Creations (a ministry of Leadership. He was President of Gonzaga University from 1998- liturgical and fine art photography and spirituality). 2009. In addition to his doctorate, he earned three master’s She frequently gives parish missions, retreats and degrees. He has published 5 books and numerous scholarly faith enrichment. articles, started 6 national institutes, and speaks widely on the SP-18 ...... pg. 14 philosophy of science, philosophy of God, and ethics. SP-03 ...... pg. 10 Sean Wright… is a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help parish, Santa Clarita, where he is Fr.F Steve Thoma… teaches the craft of Catholic a lector and works with the RCIA team. His byline preachingp at St. John’s Seminary. In his years of appears in The Tidings. A liturgical artist, Mr. ministry,m he has served two parishes, was chaplain/ Wright designs and tailors liturgical vestments and teachert at a high school, director of formation has gained renown for his unique crucifixes and forf the Congregation of the Resurrection, and processional crosses. He is completing a book of adjuncta professor at Kenrick Seminary and Aquinas devotional reflections on the Eucharist in Scripture InstituteI of Technology in St. Louis, Missouri. and is completing a handbook on the shorthand of Fr. Thoma earned his master’s and Doctorate the catacombs that became Catholic symbolic art. degrees from Aquinas Institute. SP-17 ...... pg. 11 AS-12 ...... pg. 4 LG-04 ...... pg. 8

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Ramona Meza... es Maestra de Catequistas por 19 años, tiene Dn.D Guillermo Rodriguez… fue ordenado experiencia en retiros de catequistas, padres de familia y jovenes ala diaconado permanente en el año 2011. y en preparación espiritual en tiempos litúrgicos. Conferencista ActualmenteA participa en el Ministerio Hispano en en Congresos Regionales. Miembro del comité del Congreso de St.S Paschal Baylon. Ha participado en ministerios Educación Religiosa de Anaheim, del Consejo Hispano de cursos comoc Justicia Restaurativa, Grupos Juveniles, avanzados y del Equipo Arquidiocesano de Catequesis Elemental. RICA,R Educación Religiosa, la Renovación MF-10 ...... pg. 10 Carismática,C el Consejo Interreligioso de Conejo Valley, entre otros. Memo y su esposa Liliana son Javier Plascencia…. Es representante del Comité de Educación facilitadores para el tercer año del Programa de para el Ministerio Católico con Personas Lesbianas y Gay de la Formación para el Diaconado. Arquidiócesis de los Ángeles. En el Sermón de febrero de 1986, EV-08...... pg. 7 los Obispos iniciaron un llamado a la comunidad de Lesbianas SP-20...... pg. 14 y Gay a ayudarse unos a otros en su jornada, fundándose así el CMLGP. El CMLGP reconoce que todas las personas con LaL hermana Rose Marie Tulacz, SND… es orientación homosexual, son capaces de vivir plenamente la vida reconocidar como la fundadora de Creaciones de católica, con todos los miembros de la Iglesia. NotreN Dame (el ministerio litúrgico de arte fino en ME-05 ...... pg. 9 fotografíaf y espiritualidad). Ella frecuentemente dad retiros de la misión de la iglesia y de RRuben Quezada... es el Director de Operaciones enriquecimientoe en la fe. ddel Centro de Recursos Católicos (Catholic SP-19.S ...... pg. 14 RResource Center) y es experto en el tema de la ppersecución de la Iglesia Católica en México y la Dn. Leonel Yoque… es diacono permanente de la Arquidiócesis vvida del Beato Miguel Pro y los mártires mexicanos de Los Angeles. Leonel fue asignado a la Parroquia Holy Cross ddurante los 1920s. Rubén conduce frecuentemente en Los Angeles y al mismo tiempo trabaja su ministerio de tiempo eel programa de radio “Encuentro” por Guadalupe completo con Los Padres y Hermanos Maryknoll con sede en Los Radio 87.7 FM en Los Ángeles y viaja por todo Angeles. Maryknoll es la Sociedad Católica estadounidense para el país impartiendo presentaciones sobre la fe las misiones en el exterior, para la cual Leonel esta encargado Católica. He recently published, For Greater Glory, de animar a la comunidad Católica del Sur de California a Ignatious Press, 2012. ejercer el mandato misionero heredado por el bautismo. En los ME-06 ...... pg. 9 últimos 3 años, Leonel ha estado predicando, facilitando talleres, dirigiendo retiros y experiencias misioneras en diferentes diócesis del país. Actualmente Leonel esta encargado en desarrollar un programa de formación misionera para la pastoral juvenil hispana, conjuntamente con otras organizaciones a nivel nacional. CH-13 ...... pg. 6 EV-09 ...... pg. 7 www.universityseries.org  THE UNIVERSITY SERIES A Multi-Parish, Adult-Education Program 2014 Pre-Registration Form

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MichaelM John Poirier… has learned the lessons of AngelaA Hicks… is an Adjunct Professor of Voice at lilife by traveling back and forth across the country bothb Pepperdine University and California Lutheran withw his wife and children visiting and participating University.U She earned her B.A. degree from inin the various programs in the parishes he visits, PepperdineP University and her master’s degree in includingin Lourdes, France. vocalv performance from USC. FM-01F ...... pg. 8 FM-05F ...... pg. 8

TrevorT Thomson… has written such songs as HeidiH Valencia Vas… is an adjunct professor of H Healing Waters, In This Place, We Belong To You, voicev at California Lutheran University and is director E Eyes To You and many others sung at Mass every ofo music at La Reina High School. Heidi has her S Sunday. For 25 years, he has shared God’s love master’sm degree in vocal performance from USC. tthrough joy, music and love from the heart. FM-05F ...... pg. 8 FFM-02 ...... pg. 8

LLynn Rd.,… a contemporary Christian group that Dr. Kevin Stoller… is music director at St. Paschal Baylon Church. c combines Kevin Stoller, a veteran composer and He is an Emmy and BMI television award winner. Dr. Stoller earned a arranger for television and film, with the lyrical his Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Arizona State University. aand vocal talents of Jana Bellan, Jody Bruno and FM-03, FM-05 ...... pg. 8 GGeorgina Cebrero. FFM-03 ...... pg. 8

JJoe Melendrez… began his faith-filled outreach aat 15, offering spiritual retreat facilitation, Christian rrap, and food for the hungry. After graduating wwith a B.A. in religious studies, Joe released his rrevolutionary album ROSARY RAP as way to inspire aall to embrace this powerful form of prayer. The hip- hhop beats and rosary raps draw the listener deeper into meditation on the Mysteries of the Rosary. Joe’s latest album, Fully Alive, features scripturally inspired and sacramentally based tracks, created to help the listener to live Fully Alive in Christ. FM-04 ...... pg. 8

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