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Lecture Series

Lecture Series and Seminars

The Department of Catholic Studies promotes the beauty and veracity of Catholic thought and culture through numerous presentations, seminars, workshops and lecture series that cover an extensive array of topics such as theology, history, literature, the natural and social sciences, art, law, public policy and much more. 

Join us for one or all of our many upcoming events listed below and learn something interesting and inspiring about Catholic intellectual, moral and/or social traditions.

On Demand Videos

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Past Events

Archbishop John J. Myers Lecture Series on Law, Society & Faith

This annual lecture series is a tribute to His Grace, The Most Reverend John J. Myers, fifth Archbishop of Newark, for his faithful and steadfast promotion of our Catholic mission and the continued leadership and guidance he has given to Seton Hall University. This series was inaugurated on the occasions of the Apostolic Blessing of the Holy Father Pope Francis and the first anniversary of the Department of Catholic Studies.

  • 2023 Archbishop John J. Myers Lecture Series on Law, Society and Faith Presents Pope Francis and Literature Lecture
    Monday, March 13th, 2023
    The Department of Catholic Studies and the G. K. Chesterton Institute for Faith and Culture proudly present "Bergoglio's (Reading) List: The Importance of Literature in Pope Francis' Pastoral and Political Vision." This year's Archbishop John J. Myers Lecture Series on Law, Society & Faith will elucidate how Pope Francis' love of reading and literature underpins his work as a pastor and understanding of the world. Read More. 

Catholic Life in Literature Series

  • Catholic Life in Literature—Dramatic Reading: Dorothy Sayer's Cycle of Radio Plays About the Life of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ
    Thursday, March 9, 2023 
    Dr. James P. McGlone’s adaptation of Dorothy Sayers’s cycle of radio plays about the life of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The event was held on Wednesday, April 4 2023 at 7 p.m. in the University Theatre. Read More. 

Catholic Life in Literature Series with Dr. McGlone: Mariette in Ecstasy
This series examines the work of Catholic writers across multiple genres of literary arts by way of theatrical readings by Dr. James McGlone, Professor of Catholic Studies at Seton Hall University, and actors from various theatres.