Theology on Tap Fall 2011 Series Announced - Join us Thursdays in October

[Catholic Young Adults Dallas Diocese]

It's that time of year again... Theology on Tap.

We have a great line-up of speakers for our Fall series to help us get back to basics. Check out each week's subjects and speakers.

 

And most importantly, tell your friends!

 

Latest information will be posted at http://catholicyoungadultsofdallas.org/tot.

You can also get the latest on Facebook -- if you haven't yet, find the Cathlolic Young Adults of Dallas Facebook page and "Like" us.

 

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Theology on Tap is a speaker series for young adults in their 20s and 30s, married and single. It provides an opportunity to mingle, listen to expert speakers, engage in conversation, and gain new insights into the Catholic faith.

Theology on Tap will be held every Thursday in October -- October 6th, 13th, 20th.and 27th -- at 7 pm at Snuffer’s Restaurant and Bar at 3526 Greenville Ave Dallas, TX 75206. Join us!

The Fall 2011 series of Theology on Tap brings us back to our core with the theme, "Fulfilling our prerequisites: Back to the basics!" 


October 6
Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

At a time when Pope Benedict calls for a spiritual renewal, dignity of life issues are more prevalent than ever. Join our distinguished panel of experts to take us back to the basics on these important issues.

Speakers are:
Becky Visosky, Director of Communications, Catholic Pro-Life Committee

Catarina Torres, Mission and Social Concerns Coordinator, Catholic Charities of Dallas

Deacon Charlie Stump, Director of Pastoral Services, Diocese of Dallas

SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

Please bring items to donate to the White Rose Women's Center. Items in greatest need are:

- Pacifiers

- Baby wash & shampoo

- Sleep and play clothes -- sizes 0-3 mos and 3-6 mos, for boys & girls

- Heavy fleece blankets for winter

October 13
Subject: SCIENCE: KNOWLEDGE OF SCIENCE AND FAITH

Dr. John Norris, Associate Professor of Theology, University of Dallas, will discuss evolution and the Catholic Church.

John Norris is an Associate Professor of Theology at the University of Dallas where he has taught for twenty years. He received a Ph.D. in Historical Theology from Marquette University. His special field of study is St. Augustine and patristic exegesis. For three years he taught in Rome, where he also served as Director of the Rome Program, a study abroad for UD undergraduates. He has also served as Chair of the Theology Department and as Chair of the Faculty Senate. He is currently involved in the establishment of a concentration in the History and Philosophy of Science where he is responsible for the core course in Faith and Science.


October 20
Subject: FOREIGN LANGUAGE - HOW TO SPEAK CATHOLIC

Fr. Jason Cargo, Parochial Vicar, St. Monica Catholic Church, will teach us what we need to know about the new translation of the Roman Missal. Many, if not all, parishes will begin using the new missal on Nov 27, so timing is perfect for a crash course!

 

October 27

To be announced. Check the website for updated information. We promise it’ll be worth coming back for!