Aquinas Roundtable

The Aquinas Roundtable is an outreach ministry of Aquinas Institute of Theology. The series was created to share the rich theological and spiritual heritage of Aquinas Institute with our alumni, friends, and neighbors in the St. Louis area. Each session includes prayer, lunch, a short presentation, and an opportunity for questions and discussion. It is our goal to provide you with an intellectually interesting and spiritual engaging forum to learn more about important issues impacting the lives of Catholics and our Church.

The Roundtable begins with lunch at 11:30 a.m. The presentation begins at noon, with a brief questions and answer period following. The Aquinas Roundtable is held at Orlando Gardens Banquet Center (8352 Watson Road, St. Louis, MO). Each lunch and lecture is $20, although we offer a $5 discount to participants on a limited income.

To be placed on the Roundtable mailing list or for more information, contact us at events@ai.edu or 314.256.8857.

Aquinas Institute of Theology begins its fifth lecture series in September offering the Catholic community insights from experts on issues important to the faithful. Please join us for these conversations.

2007-2008 Scheduled Topics

Changing Face of the Priesthood
Charles Bouchard, O.P., STD and Ann Garrido, D.Min.
September 19, 2007
The Second Vatican Council, sexual abuse scandal and the rising recognition of lay ministry are part of the changing face of the priesthood. We�ll talk about leading trends and realities that shape the face of the priesthood, not only in the United States but globally.
Consumer�s Guide to Preaching: 10 Essential Tips for Every Hearer of the Word
Gregory Heille, O.P., D.Min.
October 17, 2007
Preaching is one of most fundamental ways to connect the world of the Sacred Scriptures to our world today. While the preacher must prepare to make the connection from the world of the Scriptures to our world, we too must prepare ourselves to hear the preaching.
Naming God
Sr. Carla Mae Streeter, O.P., Th.D.
November 28, 2007
The man upstairs, Holy Wisdom, Father, YHWH�these are some of the ways in which the Jewish and Christian traditions have named God. Find out how Jews and Christians have come to name and understand their relationship with God.
Who Wrote the Bible: Catholic Understanding of Biblical Interpretation and Inspiration
Rev. Seán Charles Martin, S.T.D.
January 16, 2008
How do Catholic�s understand Biblical inerrancy, inspiration and interpretation? Come discover how the Church reads and interprets the Sacred Scriptures.
Just War: Can War Really Be Just?
Richard Peddicord, O.P., S.T.D.
February 20, 2008
Our understanding of the Just War Tradition continues to develop as we reconcile as we reflect on the contexts in which it is applied. We will discuss the ongoing conversation surrounding the Just War Tradition.
By Whose Authority: The Changing Role of the Laity in the Church

March 19, 2008
The renewal and an increased awareness of baptismal identity have lead many to feel called to service to the Church and to the World. We will survey the changing role of laity in the Catholic Church and in society.
Ethics in an Election Year
Jean de Blois, CSJ, Ph.D.
April 16, 2008
As we look forward to the 2008 election it is clear that many of the issues are not only political in nature � they are fundamentally ethical issues as well. We will consider some of these issues in light of the Catholic moral tradition as we prepare to go to the polls as informed voters.
The Spirituality of Investing and Financial Planning

May 21, 2008
There�s more to investing and financial planning than the bottom line. Come hear a theological and financial perspective on building and leaving a legacy that flows from your Christian identity.
Do Catholics Have Family Values?
Celeste Mueller, D.Min.
June 18, 2008
We hear talk of family values, usually in reference to Evangelical politics, but do Catholics have family values? We will explore Catholic family values from our rich theological tradition.