Adult Education

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