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UPCOMING EVENTS

CATHOLIC ESSENTIALS

Learn More About Your Faith

The Collegium Center for Faith and Culture is sponsoring Catholic Essentials, a program for adults who want to learn more about the richness and beauty of their Catholic Faith. A one hour lesson is offered every Sunday at 1:00 at St. John Vianney Church in Deptford, NJ, preceded by a light brunch. This program will begin on September 16 and will explain what the Church teaches on the creed, the sacraments, moral issues, and everything else that makes the Catholic Church unique. All adults and teens are welcome. For more information, call 856 905-3962.

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SCRIPTURE STUDY
Dei Verbum

The Collegium Center is launching a program entitled Dei Verbum, a directed study of the Sacred Scriptures. This series, beginning with the Gospel of St. Matthew, will begin on September 18, running every Tuesday evening from 7:00-8:15 PM. This Gospel will be studied in the light of the Church Fathers and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The course will follow a discussion format and will conclude next May. The discussions will be moderated by Jackie Eastwick, a member of the Collegium and an RCIA catechist. The discussions will be informed by Scott Hahn's Ignatius Study Bible Series. The sessions will be held in conference room 2 at St. John Vianney rectory. If you are interested in joining us, click HERE to contact us. Everyone is invited to join the discussion group.

A SAMPLE OF SOME SPIRITUAL, SOCIAL, AND CULTURAL
EVENTS FROM OUR RECENT PAST...

Pilgrimage to Rome and Venice & Mediterranean Cruise to Athens, Ephesus, Crete, and Corfu
October 16 – 29, 2006

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2006
PARISH COMMUNION BREAKFAST
Keynote Speaker: Thomas E. Woods, Jr.
Topic: How the Catholic Church Built Western Civilization
12:30PM - 3:30 PM, Auletto Caterers, Deptford, NJ

Join the Collegium at the St. John Vianney annual Communion Breakfast. The featured speaker will be historian and NY Times Best selling author, Thomas E. Woods, Jr., PhD, author of How the Catholic Church Built Western Civilization and The Politically Incorrect Guide to American History. Dr. Woods has appeared on over 150 radio shows and numerous television programs such as Hannity & Colmes, Scarborough Country, and C-Span2's Book TV. Dr. Woods will speak on the topic, How the Catholic Church Built Western Civilization: The History the Textbooks Leave Out. For more details about the speaker and his writings, click here.

SUNDAY SPEAKER SERIES
Through February 2006
6 PM Mass – St. John Vianney Church, Deptford, NJ
7 PM Guest Speaker

Beginning November, 2005, everyone is invited to join the Collegium for an inspiring presentation from a prominent Catholic. Each month’s presentation will be preceded by the celebration of the Holy Mass. Attend any portion of the evening: 5:30 PM Confessions, 6 PM Mass, 7 PM Guest Speaker, 8 PM Casual Socializing. All are welcome! Bring your friends!

Guest Speakers:

Sunday, November 6, 2005 Ms. Loretta Yin, Esq., Catholic convert

Sunday, December 4, 2005 Msgr. George Tomichek, renowned preacher

Sunday, January 8, 2006 Fr. Stanley L. Jaki, priest and physicist

Sunday, February 12, 2006 Mr. Martyn Babitz, Esq., Catholic convert. CANCELLED

SUNDAY EVENING FOR YOUNG ADULTS
Through September 25, 2005. For details please click HERE.

Young Adult Mass, Topic Discussion and Social for young Catholics, 18-35, who love their faith!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2005
Religion and the U.S. Constitution
Special Guest Speaker Marty Babitz
& In-House Refreshments!

After a brief introduction covering his journey from Judaism to Catholicism, Marty Babitz spoke about the Christian roots of our nation and how the acknowledgement of God by our state and local institutions is a requirement of the constitutional liberty we enjoy. Marty also addressed other constitutional issues such as abortion, school prayer and the posting of the Ten Commandments on public property.

About the Speaker:
Marty Babitz, Esquire is an attorney, author, speaker, and devoted husband and father. He is currently the Vice President and Fiduciary Officer for Brown Brothers Trust Company of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Marty is a graduate, summa cum laude, from the Wharton School of Business and the Law School of the University of Pennsylvania. Marty is widely published in national and regional legal periodicals, and frequently speaks to attorneys, business groups, educational institutions and the general public. He is the author of The Illusion of Freedom: How to Restore the True Constitution and Reclaim Liberty Now. It has been said that his book should be considered required reading for every U.S. citizen and anyone interested in the pursuit of freedom and justice.

A DIALOGUE WITH FATHER STANLEY JAKI, O.S.B.
Science and Religion: A Primer
Saturday, February 5, 2005 -- 3PM - 5PM

The Collegium Center for Faith and Culture proudly sponsors a unique opportunity to probe the relationship between science and Christian faith under the guidance of renowned priest and physicist Fr. Stanley Jaki. Fr. Jaki will lead a discussion on his booklet entitled "Science and Religion: A Primer."

Space is limited and advanced registration is required! Dinner option available.
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 16, 2005
"The Life and times of Fulton Sheen"

Bishop Sheen has been called "the greatest preacher and evangelist of the twentieth century in the United States." In 2000, John Cardinal O’Connor of New York opened the cause for the canonization of Fulton J. Sheen. In this two-part series, the life and works of “America’s Bishop” and possibly newest saint were presented. The first presentation covered his formative years as a student of Saint Thomas Aquinas, his early writings and calls for social justice, his breaking forth into the media limelight and his role as spokesman for the Catholic Church during the Second World War. The second presentation covered his crusade against Communism, the Post-War religious revival in the U.S., Sheen's work on behalf of the propagation of the faith abroad, the Second Vatican Council years, and Sheen's tenure as bishop of Rochester, NY. Both presentations concluded with samples of his weekly program.

SUNDAY NIGHT YOUNG ADULT GUEST SPEAKER
“PADRE PIO OF PIETRELCHINA: Mystic, Prophet and Stigmatist”
Sunday, December 5, 2004

Fr. Pio Mandato presented an overview of the life, virtues and charisms of the great Saint Pio of Pietrelcina who died in 1968 and was recently canonized by Pope John Paul II. This Capuchin saint, commonly known as Padre Pio, was favored with extraordinary supernatural graces and even to this day is famous throughout the world.

Ordained in 1985, Fr. Pio Mandato is a Missionary Hermit of St. Joseph and resides at St. Joseph Hermitage in Laceyville, PA. He gives retreats and parish missions and has worked extensively with young people and the homeless in the Bronx. Fr. Pio is well qualified to speak on Padre Pio since his family is from the same town in southern Italy as Padre Pio and it is from his hands that Fr. Mandato received his first holy communion.

SUNDAY NIGHT YOUNG ADULT GUEST SPEAKER
"DEMONOLOGY: A CATHOLIC PERSPECTIVE"
Sunday, November 28, 2004

Fr. Peter Idler presented the Catholic doctrine regarding demons or fallen angels, the malevolent, invisible spirits who creep about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Father explained how Christ has defeated the prince of demons, who prowls “like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). Armed with the truth, it was learned what Christians can do to share in Christ’s victory over darkness.

Fr. Peter completed his Theological studies at the Gregorianum in Rome. He is the assistant pastor at Immaculate Conception Church in Bridgeton, NJ and chaplain at Sacred Heart High School in Vineland, NJ.

FEAST OF ST. JOHN VIANNEY
August 2004

An enjoyable summer evening celebrating the Feast of St. John Vianney was held on Wednesday August 4, 2004. The celebration began with Mass at 6:30 PM at St. John Vianney Church in Deptford, New Jersey. Fr. Peter Idler was guest homilist and the Collegium Schola provided the liturgical music for Mass. Following Mass was an outdoor feast of food and music under tents on the parish grounds. The evening featured South Jersey Sinatra singer, Marty Babitz. All enjoyed this parish celebration at no cost.

FESTA DOLCE (SWEET FEAST)
July 2004

A festive Italian evening of international coffees and desserts, light classical music and Italian street songs, and silent auction was held under the stars in La Piazza at Christ the King Church in Haddonfield. This delightful event benefited the Collegium Center.

DIVINE MERCY MASS

Every year on the Sunday following Easter, the Collegium sponsors a chorally-sung Mass to observe the Feast of Divine Mercy and to highlight God's rich mercy. Everyone is invited. A celebration for young adults follows.

LOVE AND RESPONSIBILITY DISCUSSION GROUP

During 2002-2003 an open discussion for young adults was held every other Saturday afternoon on Pope John Paul II's book entitled "Love and Responsibility". This work, written by the pope when he was a college ethics professor, offers a profound perspective on human love and interpersonal relations. The discussions were always stimulating and enlightening.

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION FOR YOUNG ADULTS

The 2002 Christmas Party was held at the distinguished Laurel Creek Country Club, located in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey. It included a cocktail hour, full course sit-down dinner, live music, dancing, raffles and door prizes. It was a grand time.

"LOVE AND RESPONSIBILITY" RETREAT FOR YOUNG ADULTS
FEBRUARY 2003, JUNE 2002

Drawing from the meditations of Pope John Paul II on love and responsibility, the Collegium has offered retreats addressing the true meaning of interpersonal relations between men and women in contemporary society. These retreats aimed to help young people ages 18-35 reflect upon the truth of human love in the light of faith and apply it to the circumstances of their lives.

THE OFFICE OF TENEBRAE

Every Good Friday the Collegium offers a Tenebrae service, the ancient Office of the Church sung for the night watches of Holy Week. The Tenebrae service is solemnly sung by the Collegium Schola for the spiritual edification of all.

A DAY OF RECOLLECTION FOR YOUNG ADULTS
SEPTEMBER 2003

A Day of Recollection entitled "St. Teresa of Avila and the Way of Prayer" was presented by Fr. Tim Byerley. The day included two main presentations ("St. Teresa's Teaching on Growth in Prayer" and "St. Teresa's Seven Mansions of Prayer"), a Holy Hour with confessions, Mass, breakfast and lunch.

DAY PILGRIMAGE TO THE JOHN PAUL II CULTURAL CENTER
SUMMER 2002

This one day pilgrimage included a visit to the John Paul II Cultural Center in Washington, D.C., Mass at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, and dinner at Union Station.

PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES AND THE SHRINES OF FRANCE

The Collegium led a pilgrimage to the great shrines of France in June 2003: Lourdes, Our Lady's center for healing; Lisieux, the village where St. Therese lived a life of sanctity; and Paris, the home of the shrines of St. Catherine Laboure, St. Vincent de Paul, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Sacra Coeur were the centerpieces of this trip.

PILGRIMAGE TO MOTHER TERESA'S BEATIFICATION

In October 2003, the Collegium sponsored a pilgrimage to Rome on the occasion of the Beatification of Teresa of Calcutta. This moment in Church history coincided with the closing of the Year of the Rosary and John Paul II's Silver Jubilee as pope. All of the religious and cultural sites of Rome were part of the itinerary.

PILGRIMAGE TO WORLD YOUTH DAY 2002

The Collegium offered a young adult pilgrimage to Canada in the summer of 2002 for World Youth Day. This trip included three nights in downtown Toronto and participation in the exciting Papal events, as well as a night in Niagara Falls, a visit to the Shrine of the Holy Martyrs of Canada and an enjoyable experience of Toronto's waterfront attractions.