Dr. Patrick Mason will speak on "What is Mormonism?" free of charge and open to all. An informal reception will follow in Knippa Hall. Patrick Mason is the Leonard J. Arrington Chair of Mormon History and Culture at Utah State University. A historian of American religion educated at Brigham Young University and the University of Notre Dame, he is a nationally recognized expert on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and related movements. He is an author and editor of several books, including "What Is Mormonism? A Student's Introduction, Planted: Belief and Belonging in an Age of Doubt" and most recently "Mormonism and Violence: The Battles of Zion." In recognition of the distinguished ministry of the Rev. Dr. Clarence W. Knippa, an endowment fund for a lecture series was established on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of his ordination. The purpose of the Knippa Interfaith/Ecumenical Lecture Series is to foster and promote understanding, respect, and appreciation for the religious and ethical traditions and concerns of others.
This is scheduled Parish Council Meeting for all members. Parishioners are encouraged to attend to learn of the parish happenings and have your voice heard.
Each week we will reflect on Christ's Passion, Death, and Resurrection in the Stations of the Cross devotion followed by a Meatless Meal. Each week, a different group of the parish will lead the Stations and provide the meal.