Conferences

Informed by the light of faith, the principles of “a true spirit of dialogue” has the potential to develop understanding, cultivate belonging, and enliven hope.

By illuminating the riches of the faith and reading the signs of the times, we hope to equip faithful Catholics and formators with a robust foundation for understanding and articulating the Church’s vision for women in our time.

In this final teaching conference of the Organs and Origins series, scientists, philosophers, and theologians will come together to consider the question of purpose and meaning in the universe.

The study of moral choice, character, and identity in “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul” was unprecedented in TV drama. Many experienced the two TV series as a journey through Dante's underworld, and even through his Purgatorio. This conference discusses the moral and spiritual imagination of the shows' creator and head writer George Vincent Gilligan, Jr.

In keeping with teaching that “the Eucharist commits us to the poor," these lectures show that the pursuit of justice is the fruit of Eucharistic action in overcoming indifference to and alleviating the suffering of the poor and marginalized.

Weekly series of digital seminars aimed at empowering pastoral leaders and scholars for the work of renewing the Church

Exploring co-responsibility for the mission the Church

Collaborate with teachers and administrators in your diocese, school or area to create curricula

From a Catholic perspective, human sexuality is understood as being more than biology and reproduction. When considered in its fullness, human sexuality communicates both God’s love and plan for the human person. 

“The Body and Beyond” course begins by establishing a firm and necessary foundation in the Catholic Church’s teaching on human sexuality, with an emphasis on the idea that sexuality is not limited to biological functioning, but encompasses all aspects of our identities as men and women.

Sharpen your spiritual vision for recognizing God’s grace at work in your life

Join Church leaders from across the country to strengthen and expand your ministry to young people in the Church.

Develop teaching methods that challenge the notion that science and religion are in conflict

Discover how to integrate life and human dignity issues in the classroom

Move the Church and academy to more thoughtful use of media

Empowers Church leaders to respond creatively to the gifts and challenges of the digital media environment