Presenter: Dr. Bill Cook When imagining the Last Supper, most people think of Leonardo da Vinci's interpretation. However, the depiction of the Last Supper goes as far back as the 5th and 6th centuries. In this presentation, Dr. Cook—Distinguished Teaching Professor of History at SUNY Geneseo—will look at the developments and variations of the iconography […]
In the Church & livestreamed A traditional Christian devotion commemorating our Savior’s death centered around the “seven last words” spoken by Jesus from the cross. FIRST WORD: “Father, Forgive Them” Ms. Megan Klingenberger SECOND WORD: “Today You Will Be With Me In Paradise” Mr. Luke Lapean, S.J. THIRD WORD: “Woman, Behold Your Son” Mr. Ashton McFadden […]
As reported on the front page of The New York Times, Lent 2023 was a time of spiritual revival across America, whose anniversary will be celebrated at this special event in NYC. Join the Tuesday Night Book Group on a Lenten Field Trip to attend the "Jesus in Zion" Night of Worship at St. Patrick's Cathedral on Fifth Avenue. […]
Join Jean Santopatre and Fr. Mark Hallinan, S.J., in a journey through Lent in which we reflect on Lenten themes through the lens of the call to care for creation. We will meet every Tuesday starting on February 20th (please note the new start date) and conclude on the Tuesday before Holy Week (March 19th). […]
The Psalms reflect the human condition—hope and despair, victory and failure, death and new life. Our presentations and discussions will focus on the Psalms we encounter in the Lenten lectionary readings. Brian B. Pinter, Pastoral Associate, will present. To RSVP, email [email protected].
Through Sunday, March 10th, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and the Interparish Religious Education Program are collecting canned goods and nonperishable items benefiting the Church of the Ascension. Requested Donation Items: Canned: beans, corn, green beans, yams, tomatoes, tomato sauce, other canned fruit & vegetables, chili, soup, tuna, condensed milk Boxed/Bags: rice, pasta, […]
