TUESDAYS AT CATHEDRAL 2010-2011

 Sessions for the 2010-2011 will resume in September 2010.

All sessions are held in the Lower Cathedral Center.

Enter from Cathedral Center entrance at NW 17th

Series I: PRAYING WITH THE SCRIPTURES

September 7, October 5, November 2, 2010 @ 7pm

Gospel Parables

Jesus’ invitation to enter his kingdom comes in the form of parables, a characteristic feature of his teaching… His presence and that of the kingdom in this world are secretly at the heart of the parables. (New Catechism #546)

Presenter and Discussion Leaders: Rev William Patrick Hannon, CSC   The University of Portland Faculty

February 1, March 1, April 5, 2011 @ 7pm

The Four Passion Narratives

The four Gospels not only narrate our Lord’s Passion, but also teach its meaning. As a diamond turning in light shows its many-sided beauty, the Paschal mystery dazzles differently in the light of each Gospel. Our three sessions will study Matthew’s and Mark’s portrayal of the Suffering Servant, then Luke’s Peaceful Healer, and finally John’s Triumphant King.

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Dr. Michael Cameron   The University of Portland Faculty  

Series II: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES AND THE FAITH SERIES

September 14, 2010 @ 7pm

The Call to Discipleship

Evangelization of the Modern Church for the Modern World. Commemorating the 35th anniversary of Paul VI Evangelii Nuntiandi

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. John Tuohey, Ph.D.   Regional Director of the Providence Center for Healthcare Ethics

October 12, 2010 @ 7pm

Blessed John XXIII: The Man and the Message

What inspiration can be drawn from this “shepherd to the modern world?”

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Mr. Owen Cummings, Ph.D.  Mt. Angel Seminary Faculty

November 16, 2010 @ 7pm

Spiritual Giants of the XXth century, II:  Thomas Merton

In the forty plus years now since Thomas Merton’s untimely death (1968), the monk, hermit, and social justice activist from Gethsemani, Kentucky continues to emerge as one of the most powerful and singular voices in the American Catholic Church’s spiritual tradition.

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Jeff Cooper, CSC   Graduate Theological Union

February 8, 2011 @ 7pm

Spiritual Giants of the XXth century, III: Abraham Joshua Heschel

Considered by many to be one of the most significant Jewish theologians of the 20th century, Abraham Heschel addresses and challenges the whole person, portraying that rarest of human phenomena, the holy man.

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rabbi Michael Cahana   Temple Beth Israel

March 8, 2011-Mardi Gras @ 7pm

Shalom

God’s gracious will, revealed in the Hebrew scriptures as well as in the Christian scriptures, is for all of us to live in God’s own marvelous Shalom. Our evening presentation will explore practical ways to live in Shalom, and to become ministers of Shalom in Jesus’ name.

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Ray Carey, Ph.D.  Priest of the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon

April 12, 2011@ 7pm

Marriage Enrichment: an evening for couples

Perspectives and Skills to Enrich Your Relationship throughout the Years: we will be looking at some of the core ingredients that contribute to healthy and rewarding marriages.

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Martin J. Gay, MS, LPC, NCC  Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in marriage and family therapy; also a pastoral minister for over 32 years.

Series III: LITERARY CATHOLICISM & SPIRITUAL AUTHORS

September 21, 2010 @ 7pm

C.S. Lewis,  The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

This volume of the Chronicles of Narnia is scheduled to be released as a major motion picture on December 10, 2010.

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Charles Gordon, CSC, Ph.D.   The University of Portland Faculty

October 19, 2010 @ 7pm

Graham Greene,  Brighton Rock

The “Catholic novel” by Greene is due to be released as a motion picture by BBC Films in 2010.

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Charles Gordon, CSC, Ph.D. The University of Portland Faculty

November 9, 2010 @ 7pm

Victor Frankl,  Man’s Search for Meaning

“One of the greatest spiritual books of the twentieth century.”

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Charles Gordon, CSC, Ph.D. The University of Portland Faculty

February 15, 2011 @ 7pm   

G.K. Chesterton,  Thomas Aquinas, “The Dumb Ox”

“This short biography of Aquinas is Chesterton at his best.”

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Charles Gordon, CSC, Ph.D. The University of Portland Faculty

March 15, 2011 @ 7pm

J.F. Powers,  Morte D’Urban-Part One

“A neglected masterpiece of the twentieth century literature.”

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Charles Gordon, CSC, Ph.D. The University of Portland Faculty

April 19, 2011 @ 7pm

J.F. Powers,  Morte D’Urban-Part Two

“A neglected masterpiece of the twentieth century literature.”

Presenter and Discussion Leader: Rev. Charles Gordon, CSC, Ph.D. The University of Portland Faculty