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ePISTLE |
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A Weekly e-Newsletter for the WTU Community |
May 16, 2010 |
2010 WTU Graduation Issue! In this Issue...
Rev. John J. Burkhard, OFM, Conv Receives Honor
Julianne Wallace Receives Vincent Cushing Award for Service
The 2010 James A. Coriden Valedictor
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Upcoming WTU Events
Please click on Lecture or Course for more details May 25th, 4-5pm: National Association for Lay Ministry Webinar September 16-18th: WTU Faith in Action Conference Sponsored by the Alumni Association Reminders from the Academic CalendarMay 19th: All Grades Due WTU Summer HoursBuilding and Library Hours Through July 11th: Weekdays 8:00am-4:30pm An Important Announcement from the Academic DeanOver the last several years students have raised concerns about the two credit courses offered at the Washington Theological Union. We have heard these concerns and we have responded to them. Please click here to read about the changes in two credit classes. Academic Dean PublishedDr. C. Colt Anderson is the author of a chapter in the book, "A Companion to Pastoral Care in the Late Middle Ages (1200-1500)". The title of his chapter is, "The Role of Ritual Purity in the 13th Century Attempt to Reform Pastoral Care". Notes from the RegistrarSEMESTER CLASS SCHEDULE FOR SPRING 2011. For the convenience of all, especially part-time students, the Academic Dean has promoted the posting of the Spring schedule concurrent with the Fall schedule to help students plan ahead their courses and calendars. Therefore, the Spring 2011 schedule is now posted on the WTU website. Feeding the Flames of Ministry 2010 Annual Appeal
Job OpportunitiesSelect the Job title to read the full description Renew and Refresh Your Spirit!The Paulist Fathers invite you to join them at their gorgeous summer home on Lake George, NY for one of their retreats in June or July. Topics range from contemplative prayer, to conflict transformation, to spirituality at the movies. For more information, check out http://www.stmaryslakegeorge.com. Prayer RequestsFor the restoration of health to Judge (ret.) Harry Monahan Alumni Class NotesIf you have experienced a professional achievement such as a new job, published writing, or receipt of an award, or you have personal news such as an ordination, wedding, birth, or jubilee to celebrate, please share the good news by submitting a Class Note to alumni@wtu.edu. Archdiocese of Washington Young Adult MinistryThe Archdiocese of Washington has numerous activities for young adults. To find out what is happening in our area, please click here. | ||||||||||||
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Washington Theological Union’s 41st graduation ceremony was held Friday, May 7th in Notre Dame Chapel of Trinity Washington University. Rev. James A. Coriden, S.T.L., J.D., esteemed WTU professor and Academic Dean Emeritus presented the Graduation Address. Fr. Coriden called the graduates to a greater awareness of the Holy Spirit as a central part of their spiritual lives. Citing seven areas of the Holy Spirit’s influence, Fr. Coriden implored the assembly to seek the Holy Spirit’s assistance for their individual and community’s benefit.
Following Fr. Coriden’s remarks, the Very Rev. Frederick Tillotson, O.Carm., President of Washington Theological Union conferred 25 graduate degrees and 13 graduate certificates. 
Rev. John J. Burkhard, O.F.M. Conv., Dr. Eś Sc. Rel., was honored at graduation as a Washington Theological Union Professor Emeritus. Fr. Burkhard began his service at the Union in 1991 as an Assistant Professor in Systematic Theology, becoming Associate Professor in 1996, and Full Professor in 2007. During his tenure at WTU, Fr. Burkhard has filled many roles, including interim Academic Dean and President. The Washington Theological Union is indebted to Fr. Burkhard for his distinguished service.
Joseph Mazzawi, President of the Student Senate presented the Rev. Vincent Cushing Award for Service to Julianne Wallace, MTS '10 during the graduation ceremony. The Cushing award is given to the graduate who has contributed most significantly to the life of the Union. The award is named in honor of Rev. Vincent Cushing OFM, STD who served with distinction as President of WTU for 24 years. In his comments, Joseph celebrated Julianne's welcoming demeanor as well as her musical and liturgical skills. Julianne's name will appear on the Cushing Award plaque in Founders Hall. Congratulations Julianne!
Please join us in welcoming Laura M. Glasgow to Washington Theological Union. She is joining the staff as Administrative Assistant to the Academic Dean and will also provide support to the Institute of Leadership and Catholic Mission. Laura is a WTU MAPS student as well and is looking forward to combining work and school in the wonderful Christian community she has grown to love.
We continue to need your help as WTU works to provide tomorrow's priests, pastoral ministers, and church leaders with the excellent theological and spiritual formation the Union provides. WTU Student Jessica Dennis and Assistant Director of Development, Chris Costello have put together a beautiful brochure inviting you to help us ignite the flame of ministry. |
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