Father Joseph Fessio, S.J., founder and editor of Ignatius Press will speak on the Reform of the REform of the Liturgy. He will discuss:

• Origin and meaning of the expression “Reform of the Reform.”


• Role of Pope Benedict XVI


• Where we are now and the path forward

Join us as we pray a monthly Eucharistic Holy Hour at the Cathedral, “our mother church,” for an increase and strengthening of vocations to the priesthood in the Archdiocese.  All are welcome to attend these Eucharistic Holy Hours in response to Jesus’ invitation to “ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest” (Mt 9:38).

As nuns of the Order of Preachers, the sisters preach the Gospel by the witness of their lives and share the fruits of their contemplation through their artistic works of poetry, painting, illumination, calligraphy, photography, and sweeten the hearts of all through their pastries and cookies.  All proceeds go towards the maintenance of the Monastery.  Come and support them!

The Northern California Inter-Councils and Courts Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies’ AuxiliaryFounders’ Day and Black Catholic History Month Celebration!

Saturday November 5th, 2022
St. Pius Catholic Church
1100 Woodside Rd Redwood City, CA 94061
Mass at 2:00p.m. with reception following in the Parish Hall.

All members please turnout in regalia (3rd and 4th degree). Our first official turnout in more than two and a half years!

Initiation for new Knights at 10:00a.m.
Contact District Deputy Darrell Dickerson for more information.
In collaboration with the Archdiocese of San Francisco Black Catholic Ministries

Sponsored by St. Michael Korean Catholic Parish, this Mass commemorates all the departed members of the Korean Catholic Community.

Mass will be celebrated at All Saints Chapel.

As nuns of the Order of Preachers, the sisters preach the Gospel by the witness of their lives and share the fruits of their contemplation through their artistic works of poetry, painting, illumination, calligraphy, photography, and sweeten the hearts of all through their pastries and cookies.  All proceeds go towards the maintenance of the Monastery.  Come and support them!

An inspirational story of Faith, Hope and Forgiveness New York Times best selling author, is a Rwandan American writer and motivational speaker.

Her firstbook, Left to Tell: Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust (2006, is an autobiographical work detailing how she survived during the Rwandan genocide).

Immaculee is regarded as one of the world’s leading speakers on peace.

Friday, November 11, 2022 at 7pm. School Auditorium
Tickets: www.starparish.com/give $25 (children under 18 f ree)
Book sales and book signing af ter the talk!

Come and join in the celebration of Black Catholic History Month! On July 24, 1990, the National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus of the United States designated November as Black Catholic History Month to celebrate the long history and proud heritage of Black Catholics.

November not only marks a time when we pray for all saints and souls in loving remembrance, but also a time to recall the saints and souls of Africa and the African Diaspora. Notwithstanding the moral crimes of chattel slavery, the French and Spanish missionaries ministered to their free and enslaved African population within their respective colonies. This ministry laid the foundation for Black Catholic communities within the United States, i.e. Mobile, Alabama; New Orleans, Louisiana; and Saint Augustine, Florida.

The celebration is organized by the Sacred Heart Council and Court of the Knights of Peter Claver, domiciled at St. Boniface Parish in San Francisco.

The Knights of Peter Claver, Inc. is the largest historically African-American Catholic lay organization in the United States. The Order is named for St. Peter Claver, the Spanish Priest who ministered to African slaves. The Order was founded in Mobile, Alabama and is presently headquartered in New Orleans.

All are welcome to attend. A reception will follow the Mass. Free secure parking is available in the Mission Dolores School lot (entrance on Church Street).

TRUE OF FALSE?
1. Many Africans converted to Catholicism after arriving in the New World.
2. African who were already Catholics were sold as slaves in Latin American colonies.
3. African who were already Catholics were sold as slaves in North American English colonies.
4. Priests were instrumental in the passage of laws regarding humane treatment of enslaved persons.
5. Enslaved persons who were Catholics led major revolts and escapes throughout the Americas.

Members of the Tongan Catholic Community will join the choirs from St. Timothy and St. Bruno parishes to remember their deceased loved ones. Mass will be held in All Saints Chapel on Sunday, November 13th at 2pm.

The loss of a child, no matter how briefly with us, leaves an ache in
our hearts. Fr. Vito Perrone, COSJ, will offer a Mass and Healing
Service for all those who have experienced the loss of an infant
whether by miscarriage, still birth, or early infant death.



 

Join us for an exciting evening on Friday, November 18th (7-10PM), when Mercy High School’s Kohl Mansion turns into the Monte Carlo Casino for one night only!

Monte Carlo Night at Kohl Mansion is a fundraiser organized by the Mercy Parent Club and is open to the greater adult community ages 21+ only. Take a night to escape, dress up, and enjoy yourself in a historic Victorian mansion turned Casino Lounge!

Featuring classic casino game tables, a delicious pasta and salad buffet, a premium liquor tasting room, silent auction, raffle, and music, this event is not to be missed!

The loss of a child, no matter how briefly with us, leaves an ache in
our hearts. Fr. Vito Perrone, COSJ, will offer a Mass and Healing
Service for all those who have experienced the loss of an infant
whether by miscarriage, still birth, or early infant death.



 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Join Archbishop Cordileone for the installation of Father Kevin Kennedy as Pastor and Rector of the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption.



Fr. Kevin Kennedy Pastor Installation Invitation

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

All are welcome especially Catholic scientists, engineers, friends, and family for the First Annual Gold Mass of the Bay Area Chapter of the Society of Catholic Scientists. Holy Mass will begin at 7pm followed by networking and refreshments at 8pm.

The Society of Catholic Scientists is an international organization that fosters fellowship among Catholic scientists and witnesses to the harmony of faith and reason. The Bay Area chapter recently formed to support the mission of the Society in our area.

RSPV is kindly requested at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-annual-gold-mass-bay-area-society-of-catholic-scientists-tickets-448702420017

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

The public is cordially invited to the Mercy High School Alumnae Association’s annual Holiday Boutique Christmas at Kohl 2022 on Wednesday, November 30th, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Kohl Mansion. The mansion formerly known as The Oaks will be decorated with thousands of twinkling lights, garlands, and Christmas trees.

More than 65 vendors will display unique holiday treasures, jewelry, clothing and holiday decorations. This is a great place to start your Christmas shopping! There will be a docent presentation and history of the historic Kohl Mansion at 6:30 p.m.

There will be beverages and light holiday snacks for sale. This event is sponsored by the Mercy High School Alumnae Association and a $15.00 donation is appreciated.

This is a great place to start your Christmas shopping! Park and shuttle from Our Lady of Angels Church Parking Lot and miss the traffic! Shuttle service runs every 15 minutes starting at 5:15 PM. All of the parking lots on the Mercy campus will also be available this year.

For questions, email [email protected] or call 650-762-1192.

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

St. Rita Catholic Church in Fairfax will host an Advent Lecture Series entitled: “Laudato Si and World Peace,” celebrating the 7th anniversary of Laudato Si.

Nov. 29, 7:00pm
“Climate and Migration: Now and Here”
Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D
Pastor, St. Rita Church
Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF

Dec. 6, 7:00pm
“Laudato Si, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century”
Jesse Anttila-Hughes, PhD.
Assoc. Professor of Economics
University of San Francisco

Dec. 12, 10:00am 
Advent Penance Service

Dec. 13, 7:00pm
“Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
Most Rev. John Wester, D.D.
Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico

Dec. 20, 7:00
“Hinduism and the Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death”
Vijaya Nagaranjan, Ph.D.
Assoc. Professor of Theology
Chair, Dept. of Theology and Religious Studies
University of San Francisco

 

Mary of Nazareth, Myths and Realities: A Journey with Mary, Mother of God, and Our Mother

“He knew His mother in predestination, even before He was born of her; even before, as God, He created her of whom, as man, He was to be created, He knew her as His mother” (Trac. In Iohanem 8,9). “He chose the Mother he had created; he created the Mother he had chosen” (Serm. 69,3). Aurelius Augustinus (Saint Augustine of Hippo)

Rev. Gregory Heidenblut, O.S.A., DD, will continue his annual lecture series during the Season of Advent with a challenging and informative discussion of Mary’s role in the history of salvation. The five-week series will focus on the myths and realities associated with Mary the mother of Jesus. Is Mary’s roll and importance overstated in the Latin and Orthodox traditions? Or do we need to reclaim her importance and status in the history of salvation? These questions and many more will be discussed during this informative journey into the life and place of the first Christian – Mary of Nazareth.

The lectures will begin the week of November 21st and continue each of the three weekday evenings throughout the Advent Season 2022. Lectures will be in the Church unless otherwise noted. All lectures will take place following the schedule below for the three parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Week 1: Who is Mary? An Introduction to Mary. What is a Dogma? What is a Doctrine and doctrine.
Wednesday, November 23 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 2: Dogma 1: Theotokos/Mother of God. Why must Mary be the Mother of God? Do Catholics worship Mary? Understanding of Dulia, Hyperdulia and Latria.
Wednesday, November 30 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 3: Dogma 2: Perpetual Virginity. Why must Mary be a perpetual Virgin?
Wednesday, December 7 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 4: Dogma 3: Immaculate Conception Eastern vs. Western Church.
Wednesday, December 14 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Week 5: Dogma 4: Assumption of Mary. Marian Apparitions: Approved vs. Suspect, Titles Given to Mary and Popular Devotions.
Wednesday, December 21 – 6:00 to 7:30 PM