The Program of Catholic Studies presents Freedom and Dialogue: The Trajectory of the Ukrainian Church
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
The Trajectory of the Ukrainian Church.
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About the Lecture:
After centuries of struggle, the Ukrainian Church has reached an inflection point.
As a newly-recognized autocephalous Orthodox Church, it is poised to push ecumenical
dialogue to the next level—both locally and globally. As an Eastern Catholic Church,
legal in Ukraine since 1990, it has made inroads in Eastern Europe right up to the
Russian border.
At an accelerated rate in the 20th and early 21st centuries, the political situation
of Ukraine and the Ukrainian diaspora have shaped the history and development of this
Church. Will political decisions regarding freedom of religion and the supremacy of
individual conscience continue to exert a strong influence on the trajectory of the
Ukrainian Church? Is there reason or optimism about the future of ecumenism as it
pertains to this Church? Will the Church continue to grow or will it be stifled by
forces from the East, i.e. Russia?
Speakers Include:
- Rev. Dr. Ivan Kaszczak – Pastor, Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, "The concept: Freedom of Religion in Ukraine, Russia and the United States" An Historical Perspective of the Ukrainian Church and Freedom.
- Anatolii Babynskyi – Research Fellow: Sheptytsky Institute of St. Michael College, University of Toronto, Ukrainian Autocephaly: New Opportunities and Challenges
About Catholic Studies:
The Catholic Studies program at Seton Hall University offers an innovative, interdisciplinary
curriculum for students of any creed who are interested in deepening their knowledge
of Catholicism's rich intellectual tradition and living heritage. Combining the study
of history, philosophy, theology, literature, art, sociology, and other disciplines,
Catholic Studies focuses on the Church's dialogue with culture and encounter with
the world. Students interested in Catholic Studies have the option to pursue a major,
minor, or certificate that complements and enhances the university's other degree
programs and fields of study. Over 20 years the academic program and its variegated
activities have stayed true to and fulfilled the Catholic mission and vision of the
University. For more information, please contact Dr. Ines Murzaku at [email protected] or (973) 275-2808, and Gloria Aroneo at [email protected] or (973) 275-2808.
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