- An immoral budget that shuns social justice, by Bryan N. Massingale and John Gehring.
The opinion piece appeared in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, March 27, 2012. - Religious Illiteracy, by Dr. Susan K. Wood, S.C.L., professor of theology and department chair.
Article appeared in Marquette Magazine, Winder 2012.
"Question: What do the American dispute over and Islamic center near the site of 9/11, the war in Northern Ireland and a promotion for the popular television series Deperate Housewives have in common?
Answer: To understand them requires religious literacy."
Read full article - Dr. Ulrich Lehner, author and assistant professor of theology at Marquette University, has been awarded the John Gilmary Shea Prize by the American Catholic Historical Association for his recent book, Enlightened Monks: The German Benedictines (1740-1803) (Oxford University Press: 2011). The John Gilmary Shea Prize is awarded annually to a published book that has made the most significant and unprecedented contribution to the knowledge of Catholic history, as decided by the ACHA. Article appeared in University News Center February 24, 2012. Read full article
- King and I: Martin Luther King Jr., by Fr. Bryan Massingale, associate professor of theology.
Article appeared in U.S. Catholic, January 16, 2012.
Fr. Massingale writes about the obstacles of teaching a course on Martin Luther King Jr. and suggests "in taking him off the pedestal, he becomes a greater inspiration to work for justice for all."
Read full article - New Mass Translation Launches in American Parishes
Associated Press article appeared on more than 200 news outlets nationwide, Nov. 27 – Dec. 10, 2011.
Dr. Mickey L. Mattox discusses the new Mass translation for Catholics.
Link to story - To Achieve Unity, Church Must Embrace Diversity, Says Theologian
Story appeared in The Catholic Herald, June 9, 2011.
Fr. Bryan Massingale, associate professor of theology, was one of four speakers at the National Association of Catholic Chaplains' 2011 conference held in downtown Milwaukee. Massingale said that to achieve unity, the Catholic Church must embrace diversity.
Link to story - College Religion Professors Meet, Discuss Violence
Story appeared in the National Catholic Reporter, June 6, 2011.
Dr. Patrick W. Carey, professor and chair in Catholic Society, received an award from the College Theology Society for best published book for his biography, Avery Cardinal Dulles, SJ: A Model Theologian.
Link to story - Revised Bibles Strive for Balance: On 400th anniversary of King James version, new Catholic, Protestant versions released
Story appeared in The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May 28, 2011.
Dr. Deirdre Dempsey, associate professor of theology, served on the board of editors for the New American Bible.
Link to story - Judgment Day Looms--Marquette University Assistant Professor Says Don't Change Your Plans
Story aired and appeared on WISN-TV (ABC 12) and WISN.com, Mary 20, 2011.
Dr. Rodrigo Morales, Assistant Professor of Theology, comments on the notion of the world ending on Saturday, May 21. Dr. Morales said "It's possible things could end on Saturday, but I wouldn't put much money on it." - Deciphering 2,000 year-old texts: Orlov shares expertise of Jewish texts from the time of Christ
Article by Andy Brodzeller, in Marquette Matters, April 2011.
"Dr. Andrei Orlov, associate professor of theology, has dedicated his academic career to studying ancient Jewish writings, including some found in the Dead Sea Scrolls. Through a fellowship at the Institute of Advanced Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Orlov will share his expertise as a member of an international research group examining the interaction between Jewish and Slavic traditions and cultures."
Read full article - Developing world citizens: University expands international education opportunities
Article by Tim Olson, in Marquette Matters, March 2011.
"Dr. Irfan Omar, associate professor of theology, and Dr. Jean-Pierre Lafouge, associate professor of French, will lead a three-week 'Introduction to Islam and Islamic Culture in Morocco' short-term study program in Morocco for 10-12 students in May and June 2011."
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Marquette University defines itself as Christian, Catholic, Jesuit, urban, and independent. The Department of Theology functions within the university to investigate and understand the Catholic tradition, its relation to other Christian communions, and to other religions of the world. Read more of our mission statement.
