Registration Is Open for the Annual Holy Spirit Lecture
Reckless, aggressive or hostile encounters can disrupt society’s ability to realize community on a global scale. Duquesne’s 12th annual Holy Spirit Lecture will consider the subtle capacity of the spirit to lead individuals to new discoveries and unexpected experiences of grace, justice and wisdom.
Dr. M. Shawn Copeland, professor of systematic theology at Boston College, will present The Holy Spirit and the Challenge of Difference on Tuesday, Oct. 23, at 4:30 p.m. in the Charles J. Dougherty Ballroom. Dr. Hannah Bacon, associate professor in feminist and contextual theology at the University of Chester, will respond to Copeland’s lecture. A reception will follow.
Copeland is recognized as one of the most important influences in North America in drawing attention to the issues surrounding African-American Catholics. A former convener of the Black Catholic Theological Symposium, she is the recipient of six honorary degrees, the Seton Medal and the Congar Award for excellence in theology.
The annual Holy Spirit Lecture is an expression of Duquesne’s mission and charism as a University founded by the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. The lecture encourages the exploration of ideas pertaining to the theology of the Holy Spirit within an ecumenical context and in dialogue with contemporary issues.
The Holy Spirit Lecture is free and open to the public. Register online or by emailing holyspirit@duq.edu. The lecture also will be broadcast online.
For more information, call 412.396.1014 or email holyspirit@duq.edu.