Father Jim Bacik to Offer Ethics Lecture Series
This fall, the Sylvania Franciscan Village (SFV) presents a three-part Ethics lecture series by Father Jim Bacik. The lectures are held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., in Sylvania. Sports Ethics Tuesday, September 13 With the recent Summer Olympics in mind, this lecture examines the role of sports in our culture and the virtues fostered by athletic competition. Political Ethics Tuesday, October 18 As the U.S. Presidential election approaches, Father Bacik discusses the ethical guidelines found in the American bishop’s document Faithful Citizenship as well as perspectives suggested by contemporary theologians. Sexual Ethics Thursday, November 17 Addressing contemporary trends, this lecture examines Christian approaches to human sexuality. Tickets are $10 each in advance, $15 at the door, or $35 for the series which includes a Saturday, December 10 Advent Reflection on the virtue of mercy at 3 p.m. To register, visit www.sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org. For more information or to pre-register, email [email protected] or call 419-824-3515. Father Jim Bacik Father Jim Bacik is a widely-regarded theologian, writer, lecturer and pastor who served as campus minister and adjunct professor of humanities at The University of Toledo for more than 30 years. Ordained in 1962 as a priest for the Diocese of Toledo, he served at St. Mary’s Sandusky, St. Thomas More Bowling Green and Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo. As pastor of Corpus Christi, he led several important initiatives including establishing a Chair of Catholic Studies at The University of Toledo; building a new church and parish facility; organizing the nationally acclaimed Christian Leadership Program; and promoting an extensive Christian Service Program for students and permanent community members. His books include Apologetics and the Eclipse of Mystery; Contemporary Theologians; Catholic Spirituality: Its History and Challenge; and A Light Unto My Path: Crafting Effective Homilies (co-authored by Dr. Kevin Anderson). He has lectured throughout the United States as well as in Australia, China, Japan, Latin America, and Russia. In November 2014, Lourdes University established the Father James J. Bacik Archives as well as an endowed chair in theology in his name. Father Bacik holds a doctorate in theology from the University of Oxford in England and previously taught at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary, and taught summer programs at both Notre Dame University and Fordham University. Sylvania Franciscan Village Formally established in 2009, the Sylvania Franciscan Village is comprised of all the ministries of the Sisters of St. Francis, including Lourdes University. The SFV was formed to harness energies for the greater good and benefit of those who share the Franciscan mission. Visit www.sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org for more information. To learn more about this and future events, contact Ashley LaRoy,Sylvania Franciscan Village Administrative Assistant, at 419-824-3515 or [email protected]. Lourdes University Rooted in the Catholic Franciscan tradition, Lourdes University is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis, and offers baccalaureate degrees in a variety of academic majors as well as graduate degrees in business, education, nursing, organizational leadership, social work, and theology. Community outreach programs include the Appold Planetarium, the Center for Science Education & the Environment, and Lifelong Learning. A member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, Lourdes students can also compete in a variety of men’s and women’s sports. Named a “Best in the Midwest” college by the Princeton Review, Lourdes University is a nationally accredited, veteran and transfer-friendly institution offering a variety of student scholarships. Explore the possibilities online at www.lourdes.eduor by phone at 419-885-3211.
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