Activities of the Institute
The Bernard J. Lonergan Institute at Seton Hall University, under the direction of Dr. Jonathan Heaps, supports research and scholarship on the work of Bernard Lonergan; publishes the Lonergan Review; and conducts faculty development programs; and ongoing lectures and conferences. Current programs include:
Current Activities
Fall and Spring Lonergan Lectures
Each semester, that Institute has organized a lecture in Lonergan Studies. Outside scholars are brought to campus to present to both faculty and students the ongoing significance of Lonergan’s thought. Recent lectures have covered topics ranging from non-violent resistance to the theology and science dialogue.
Toth/Lonergan Endowed Chair in Interdisciplinary Studies
The purpose of this Chair is to link the Catholic faith with all the disciplines and professions in the contemporary university. Read more about the endowed chair »
Praxis Program
Center for Vocation and Servant Leadership: In 2008, the CVSL developed and implemented The University Seminar on Mission in response to the need for a tangible increase in identification with Seton Hall's Catholic mission by the faculty and administrators. This 7 week seminar continues to be held every semester for 14 participants. Each 2 hour session includes expert commentary on assigned readings from a senior faculty member, followed by general discussion. It has increased the participants' understanding of and commitment to the University's deepest convictions and has been positively received.
In response to the request of the alumni of the University Seminar on Mission for a program to deepen their understanding and dedication t the Catholic mission, The Advanced Seminar on Mission was offered by the CVSL in 2011. The seminar meets 5 times each semester for 2 hours each session. Entitled "The Idea of a Catholic University," it is facilitated by Msgr. Richard Liddy, Director of The Bernard J. Lonergan Institute, and Anthony Sciglitano, Ph.D., Professor of Religion. The seminar's success prompted the program alumni to request additional mentoring on the application of the knowledge learned.
In response, the CVSL offered a pilot program in Spring 2013, co-sponsored with the CCS, aimed at the practical application of mission to the disciplines, utilizing GEM and a cohort/peer mentoring approach.