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The Many Faces of Hospitality

The Many Faces of Hospitality speaker series looks at individuals in history who exemplify hospitality in preaching.


Dorothy Day and the Visual Arts

Catholic Artist, Brother Mickey McGrath, brings art, storytelling and humor to his ministry. In the Chapel of Christ the Good Shepherd, Brother Mickey delivered a lively presentation using artwork, storytelling and humor as he considered the lives of many Catholic figures, particularly Servant of God, Dorothy Day.  Learn More >>

Brother Mickey McGrath, OSFS, describing his works
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St. Benedict and Benedictine Spirituality

The tradition of Benedictine preaching and hospitality was a source of inspiration when Sister Marlene Milasus, OBS, and Right Reverend Augustine Curley visited the Immaculate Seminary chapel  recently. The event focused on the preaching and hospitable traits of St. Benedict, and how both religious and lay people can incorporate these teachings in their daily lives. Sister Marlene offered perspectives on three different levels of hospitality: to God, to others, and to ourselves. Learn More >>

Sister Marlene


St. Frances Cabrini

The series began in November 2024, with an Evening of Reflection, featuring Evening Prayer in the Seminary’s Chapel of Christ the Good Shepherd. The event included a reflection by Fr. Ciriaco on St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, emphasizing her compassionate welcome toward immigrants and the poor. Seminarians also participated by reading excerpts from her diary, offering a personal glimpse into her life and hospitality.

Fr. Ciriaco on St. Frances Xavier Cabrini

Bishop Serratelli Urges Preachers to Follow St. Paul's Example

Bishop Arthur J. Serratelli presented a talk on how St. Paul's letters can be used today as part of Preaching as Hospitality's "Many Faces of Hospitality" series. Read More >>

Bishop Serratelli giving a lecture

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