2013
Thursday April 18: Vatican II, an overview: Looking Back and Looking Ahead" Presentation by Father Thomas Rausch, SJ, Ph.D., Professor of Catholic Theology, Loyola Marymount University.
Tuesdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30 @ 9:30 a.m. to noon. Author Rita Keeley Brown conducts a four part Writing Workshop: Focus on Fiction. An Exploration of the power of fiction to engage topics often too sensitive or difficult for expository writing. Opportunity to create, explore and receive meaningful feedback. This is the second series of writing workshops Rita has offered here at St. B. She is back by popular request!
March 7, 2013 Thursday Fr. Alexei Smith on
"The Spirituality of Icons" 7:30 p.m. St. Bernardine Parish Hall
Feb. 28, 2013 Thursday Fr. Alexei Smith,
Ecumenical and Inter-religious officer for the Diocese of Los
Angeles on "Eastern Catholic Churches" 7:30 p.m. St. Bernardine - Msgr. R. Murray Hall
Hopefully Fr. Alexei will give us a second session the
week following on "The Spirituality of
Icons"
This has not been finalized yet for March 7
Feb. 7, 2013 Thursday Dr. Daniel
Smith-Christopher, Professor of Theological Studies at Loyola Marymount
University, Los Angeles on "Care and Feeding of Prophets: A Spirituality of Biblical
Justice"
7:30 p.m. St. Bernardine - Msgr. R. Murray Hall
2012
November 26 - December 17 Mondays: Advent Series: "The
Infancy Narratives in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke"
a bible study series to be facilitated by Sue Depsky,
recent graduate of the Catholic Bible
Institute sponsored by the LA Archdiocese. Sue is a
teacher in the LAUSD and an active
member of the parish Justice and Peace Committee. Veranda Room - 7:30 pm
Nov. 29, 2012 Thursday Fr.
Thomas Rausch, S.J., Professor of Catholic Theology at Loyola Marymount
University, Los Angeles on
"Dorothy
Day and Thomas Merton: Catholic Radicalism and
Contemplative Prayer"
at 7:30 p.m.
St. Bernardine -
Msgr. R. Murray Hall
St. Bernardine/Temple Aliyah
"Pulpit Exchange"
Oct. 19, 2012, Friday @ Shabbat
Services
8:15 p.m. at Temple Aliyah
Msgr.
Robert McNamara, pastor at St. Bernardine Church, speaks
Oct. 28, 2012, Sunday @ 5:30 p.m. Mass at St. Bernardine Church
Rabbi Stewart Vogel, chief rabbi at
Temple Aliyah, speaks
Oct. 25, 2012 Thursday
Fr. Jack Brennan,
S.M.A., Professor of Systematic
Theology at St. John's Seminary on
"Trinitarian
Spirituality"
7:30 p.m.
St. Bernardine -
Msgr. R. Murray Hall
Oct. 16, 2012 Tuesday Rabbi
Gary Oren, Assoc. Rabbi at Temple Aliyah will offer a
tour of
the Sanctuary at Temple Aliyah
followed by a talk on the second
half of
Deuteronomy.
He will speak to questions generated by the Tuesday evening Bible Study group.
7:00
p.m. Tour
7:30 p.m.
Presentation on Deuteronomy;
8:45-9:15 Refreshments. All at Temple Aliyah
Thursday September 13 at 7:30 p.m.
in Msgr. R. Murray Hall: "
The Conscience of a
Catholic Voter"
Presenter: Father Leon Hutton, Assoc. Professor of Church History, St.
John's Seminary
Father Leon has graciously agreed to speak to issues raised in the book
Voting and Holiness.
This is a collection of essays edited by Nicholas Cafardi who is dean emeritus and
professor of law at
Duquesne University School of Law. Heavy reference in the work is made
to the USCCB booklet
Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (2008).
Thursday August 23 at 7:30 p.m.
in the Parish Center Hall:
"Meister Eckhart and the
Christian Mystical Tradition"
Presenter: Father Martin Henry, Lecturer at St. Patrick's College, Maynooth
Father Martin has been on sabbatical in Germany working on translations of
Overbeck's works. the He
returns to us this summer and has suggested that we can explore the
foundations of Christian
mysticism through the thought of Meister Eckhart.
Tuesday August 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall:
"Ask a Rabbi:
Book of Deuteronomy"
Presenter: Rabbi Gary Oren, Assoc. Rabbi at Temple Aliyah
This is an outgrowth of the Tuesday evening bible study group which is
currently studying Torah. The
group prepares questions in advance for Rabbi Oren and he graciously
addresses them.
Monday August 13
at 7:30 p.m.
in the Parish Center Hall:
"Jesus, Bread for the World" Presenter: Parker Sandoval
Over five Sundays this summer, we hear Jesus' Bread of Life Discourse
(John 6) in the Gospel readings.
Jesus fed the multitude with loaves and fish, and continues to feed us with his
body and blood.
Jesus' words were difficult for many of his disciples to accept.
What is their meaning for us? Are they difficult for us, too?
Thursday July 26 at 7:30 p.m.
in the Parish Center Hall:
"Why does a Catholic Priest
Teach English in Nanchang?"
Presenter: Father Leslie McNamara
Father Leslie, of course, needs no introduction. This presentation will
address how he uses a so-called
secular subject, English Literature, to address/introduce questions of
morality, ethics, God
Thursday July 12 at 7:30 p.m.
in the Parish Center Hall:
"Jesus in Scripture; Jesus
in Art"
Presenter: Father Geoffrey Wheaton, S.J.
Father Geoff has a tremendous cache of art images. Rosemary is coordinating
this evening.
Thursday June 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall:
"Ask a Rabbi: The Torah Book of Numbers"
Presenter: Rabbi Gary Oren, Assoc. Rabbi at Temple Aliyah
This is an outgrowth of the Tuesday evening bible study group which is
currently studying Torah. The
group prepares questions in advance for Rabbi Oren and he graciously
addresses them. This will be
the second, and probably last session on Numbers.
Thursday
June 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall:
"The Eucharist: Transcendent and Immanent
Liturgy"
Presenter: Father Vivian ben Lima, Assoc. Pastor
St. Mel Church
This came from requests of several lectors who have heard
him speak at St. Mel.
Thursday
May 27 @ 7:30pm
in the Veranda Room, please join the Tuesday evening
Bible Study group as they welcome Rabbi Gary
Oren Associate Rabbi at Temple Aliyah who will answer our
questions about the Old Testament Book of Numbers. We are currently
studying, as well as general questions on Judaism
Thursday
May 24 @
7:30pm
Theological Tour of St Bernardine
with Parker Sandoval
Wednesdays
May 2, 9, 16 & 23- 9:30
to 11:30am
Writing Workshop with Rita Keeley Brown
Session I Who – What – Why – How and What
if?
This session will get you acquainted and comfortable with ideas and
the approach to writing your story. Have you tried and are
stuck, or you just don’t know where to start? Let’s find that key to get you
writing!
Session II Let’s put those doubts aside and get words
on paper
Once you know what you are comfortable with, you will be
surprised at what you are able to accomplish.
Finding your style and voice can make your writing come
alive!
Session III Much of writing is re-writing
How to get your
ideas down and refine them with good writing techniques.
Session IV Editing is essential to put your best foot
forward in sharing your work
How to read your work effectively. Available resources
and submission requirements should you want to publish.
Thursday,
March 29
Parker Sandoval
on the
Passion of Jesus in the Gospel of Mark @
7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall
Thursdays,
March 8 and 15
Fr.
Leon Hutton, St. John’s Seminary, Professor of Church History
March 8 The Crusades
@
7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall
March 15
The Inquisition
@
7:30 p.m.
in the Parish Center Hall
Thursday,
February 9 Rita Keeley Brown
presenting on her book
Good Luck, Mrs. Brown,
the true story of a family's life after the father manifests symptoms of
schizophrenia. Mrs. Brown is a St. B parishioner from the parish’s early days.
She began the CCD program in the parish. @ 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall.
Her book will be available for purchase.
Thursday,
February 2 Rabbi ~Arthur Rosenberg
presenting one session on the
Book of Esther @
7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall
Rabbi Rosenberg is a chaplain at the Motion Picture & TV Fund in Woodland
Hills. Previously he has illuminated the Books of Jonah and Ruth for our parish
community. His training as an actor, as well as, of course his rabbinical
studies have helped us all to see these books in a new and refreshing light.
Thursdays,
January 19 & 26 Parker Sandoval
presenting two sessions on
Discipleship in the Gospel of Mark
both @ 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall
Parker is a member of our parish and is studying at St. John’s Seminary. He has
previously graced us with an engaging and meaningful two part presentation in
August, 2011 on the Changes in the Roman Missal effected Nov. 27, 2011
2011
Thursdays,
November 3 and 10
@ 7:30pm
"Jesus, Paul and Power"
Dr. Rick Talbott , CSUN Religious Studies Dept.
Assoc. Professor, Dr. Talbott has a book out with this title.
Nov. 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Parish Center Hall
Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in Veranda Room in Parish Center
Monday,
October 24 @
9:15 a.m.
in the Veranda Room and repeated at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Hall.
Stirring the
Fires of Compassion: "Am I My Brother's/Sister's Keeper?"
will
begin with an exploration of the level of the fire of faith we have within and
how reflection on Jesus' life can serve to help us to be a compassionate
presence in our conflicted and violent world. The program will explore
Christological themes as well as the current crisis and challenges surrounding
human trafficking.
Sister Rose
Marie is scheduled to speak at all the masses on World Mission Sunday, October
23.
Thursday,
October 20
@ 7:30pm in the Parish Hall:
The Historical Jesus
by Patrick Nichelson, Ph.D. Documents:
Presentation;
Bibliography;
America Magazine
Thursday,
September 15 @7:30 pm in the Parish
Hall.
Rabbi Arthur Rosenberg on The Torah.
Thursday,
August 25: Fr Martin Henry on
Where is Your God Now?
7:30 p.m. in the St.
Bernardine of Siena Parish
Hall
Download Fr. Henry's presentation.
Thursday August 4,
11 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. in
the St. Bernardine of Siena Parish Center -
New Words, Same Mass:
Changes in the Roman Missal with Parker Sandoval.
Sunday, June 12
at 7:30 p.m. Parish Center Hall
St. Bernardine Adult Faith Enrichment Team Presents
"Women Deacons:
Past, Present and Future" a
presentation by Phyllis Zagano, Ph.D. internationally known expert on women in
ministry, especially women deacons, author of 13 books including Holy
Saturday: An Argument for the restoration of the female diaconate in the
Catholic Church (Crossroads 2000) , Women Deacons: Past Present and
Future, Women in Ministry: Emerging Questions on the Diaconate (both
Paulist Press 2011), and Women & Catholicism: Gender, Communion and
Authority (Palgrave Macmillan, 2011)
Monday May 16,
Tuesdays
May 24, May
31 at 7:30 p.m. in
the St. Bernardine of Siena Parish Center Veranda Room 24410 Calvert St.
Woodland Hills, tel. 818.888.8200
2nd Reading for Palm Sunday Philippians 2:6-11
by Laura Hogan, St.
Bernardine parishioner who receives the Masters in Theology from St.
John's Seminary this May
uses this Christ Hymn, the 2nd reading for Palm
Sunday as the key to an
in depth exploration of
Paul's Spirituality: Suffering, Transformation and Joy in Paul's Letter to the
Philippians. Everyone
Welcome! Please Bring your Bible!
Monday,
April 18: @ 7:30p.m.
Virginia McCarron presents:
A Journey of Travel and
Meditation for Holy Week
Thursday,
March 31: @
7:30 p.m. Dr. Dan Leshem,
"The Language of Suffering" Dan has
accepted a position at USC Shoah Foundation Institute and is Assistant Professor
in the Dept of Comparative Literature at USC
Thursday,
March 24: @ 7:30p.m. Dr.
Cecilia González-Andrieu, Dept of Theological Studies at LMU speaking on “Who is
my Neighbor? Do we Practice What we Preach?”
Tuesday,
March 15: in Veranda Room. 7:30 p.m. Book Discussion:
Future Church by John Allen
Thursday,
February 10: @ 7:30 p.m.
Paul Ford, "Advice from Narnia: spiritual insights from C.S. Lewis"
Sunday,
January 23:
Interfaith:
Orcutt Harvesting for food pantries
Thursday,
January 20: Fr Martin Henry on
Parables in the Gospel of Matthew.
Tuesday evening bible study
The Gospel of
Matthew (John Reeve/Kate
Smirnoff) from 1/11/2011 to 5/10/2011.
The Bible group will return in September with The Gospel of John.
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