The sources for these termcards are archives on former websites. They can be viewed in their original web style here: (2005-2007), (TT08), (2009-10).
Michaelmas 2005
FIRST WEEK
Drinks Party
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
A good way to start the term. Come along and find out more about the society. Membership is free for Catholics who are members of the University and there is a very small charge for others. All welcome!
SECOND WEEK
Gangland to Promised Land – Mr John Pridmore
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Mr John Pridmore, a former East End gangster, will talk about his journey from violence and criminality to the Catholic Church. Contrary to expectations his work as a missionary throughout Europe has proven even more eventful than his previous life of crime.
THIRD WEEK
God’s Children in South America – Mrs Margaret Wheeler
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Mrs Wheeler will discuss the work of Fe y Alegría, a charity – of which she is the Oxford representative – which works to advance the education of poor and destitute children in Venezuela and Colombia. The talk will be accompanied by slides.
FOURTH WEEK
Film Screening – The Cardinal (1963)
Catholic Chaplaincy, 7pm
The Cardinal charts the life and trials of an Irish-American priest from his days in seminary to receiving the cardinal’s red hat. The film takes in some twenty years of history and almost every problem known to the Catholic conscience; from interreligious marriage and abortion to the Ku Klux Klan and the Nazi menace. Evocatively capturing the mood and ethos of the pre-conciliar Church, The Cardinal is a tale of triumph in adversity through fidelity to Christ.
FIFTH WEEK
Disputation on the ‘Historical Jesus’ – Fr Henry Wansbrough vs Prof. Geza Vermes
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Fr Henry Wansbrough (monk of Ampleforth and member of the Pontifical Biblical Institute) will face Oxford’s Professor Geza Vermes (Dead Sea Scrolls scholar and former Catholic priest turned to Judaism) in debating “Who is the ‘Historical Jesus’?” The speakers will explore questions of importance for contemporary biblical research.
SIXTH WEEK
The Christian Hope for Heaven – Fr John Saward
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Fr John Saward is a Fellow of Greyfriars and parish priest of Oxford’s church of Ss. Gregory and Augustine. He will speak on his most recently published work, Sweet and Blessed Country, in which he offers an exploration – organised around a fifteenth-century altarpiece – of the Catholic theology of heaven.
SEVENTH WEEK
Jihad – An Islamic Crusade? – Dr Frank Trombley
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Dr Trombley is an expert on Eastern Christianity and Islam and has published extensively on these subjects. His talk will shed light on how jihad is understood in its religious context, and ask what this might mean for the future of the Church and of the West.
EIGHTH WEEK
Termly Mass and President’s Dinner
Oriel College SCR, 7pm
Guest-of-Honour at Dinner: Fr John Owen
Our termly Mass and black-tie dinner will take place in Oriel College SCR. Fr John Owen, who has written for The Observer and The Economist and is now Chaplain at the University of Cardiff, will speak in response to Cole Porter’s question, “What is this thing called love?”
Hilary 2006
FIRST WEEK
Drinks Party
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Newman Drinks is always one of the best ways to start off a great term. Come along and find out more about the society, meet the committee and other fellow-minded individuaals. Membership is free for Catholics who are members of hte University, and there is a small charge for others. All welcome!
SECOND WEEK
The Truth about Opus Dei – Dr Peter Damian-Grint
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Dr Peter Damian-Grint, a medieval French scholar at Brasenose, will talk about the now-famous prelature of which he is a member, in light of the recent exposure given by The Da Vinci Code – a novel soon to be released in film form – and the bestselling study of Opus Dei by Vatican-watcher Mr John Allen Jr.
THIRD WEEK
Has Science Killed God? – Prof. Alister McGrath
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
One of Oxford’s most prominent theologians, Prof. Alister McGrath will challenge many of the assumptions made by atheist polemicist Prof. Richard Dawkins in recent writings and television appearances. Prof. McGrath is best-known for his scientific theology project, which aims to use the working methods and assumptions of the natural sciences as a dialogue partner for systematic theology, and is the author of Dawkins’ God: Genes, Memes and the Meaning of Life.
FOURTH WEEK
Managing the Modern Monastery – Abbot Martin Shipperlee
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Abbott Martin Shipperlee of Ealing Abbey runs a highly successful Benedictine community in London. He will investigate how, despite the seemingly irrepressible tide of secularism in wider society, his community has grown from strength to strength – with the monastery being at the heart of its borough’s prosperity.
FIFTH WEEK
Speed Dating (with Port)
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
To celebrate this day of love and romance, as well as the horrific martyrdom of one of the early church’s most inspirational leaders, the Newman Society will take a break from its normal activities and hold a ‘Speed Dating’ session. This will be a chance to meet good Catholic ladies and gentlemen in a safe and friendly environment – over a glass or two of port!
SIXTH WEEK
Pilgrimage to Worcester
Catholic Chaplaincy, 9.45am (Saturday)
The Newman Society will be holding a pilgrimage to Worcester, with Mass celebrated in the crypt of the beautiful and awe-inspiring cathedral. There will then be a pub lunch, and exploration of some local sites of interest. Places in the minibus are limited, so please contact the President (Mr Alexander Stafford, St Benet’s Hall) by the beginning of fourth week to book places.
SEVENTH WEEK
Pancake Evening
Catholic Chaplaincy, 7.00pm
The Catholic Society will be helping the Newman Society to provide a fun evening in celebration of Shrove Tuesday. Home-made pancakes will be prepared by the societies’ officers.
Termly Mass and President’s Dinner
St Benet’s Hall, 7.00pm (Thursday)
Our termly Mass and black-tie dinner will take place in St Benet’s Hall and Porters Restaurant. A photograph will be taken following the Mass, and after dinner (to take place in Porters’ private room) there will be port in the Yellow Room of St Benet’s.
EIGHTH WEEK
The State of the Liturgy – Fr Allen Morris
Catholic Chaplaincy, 8.30pm
Fr Allen Morris, Chairman of the Westminster Liturgy Commission (as well as Secretary to the Department for Christian Life and Worship) will be talking about his experiences in this dynamic field, with emphasis on his work on the new translations which are set to change the way English congregations worship.
Trinity 2006
FIRST WEEK
Drinks Party
Tuesday , 8.30pm
A great way to start the term. Come along and find out more about the Society. Membership is free for Catholics
who are members of the University and there is a very small charge for others. All welcome!
SECOND WEEK
Trip to Trinity College
Saturday, 1pm
The Society will pay a visit to Trinity College – one of Oxford’s greatest treasures – in order to view that fine institution, which was home both to the Ven. John Henry Cardinal Newman and Msgr. Ronald Knox. Meet outside the Catholic Chaplaincy with Bodleian cards. The tour will be followed by a pub lunch.
THIRD WEEK
Why say the Mass in Latin? – The Association for Latin Liturgy
Tuesday , 8.30pm
A speaker from the Association for Latin Liturgy shall address the Society on this sometimes contentious issue. The Association works for the promotion of the so-called ‘New Rite’ in Latin, as well as the use of Gregorian chant within the Mass.
FOURTH WEEK
The Catholic ‘Via Media’ – The Very Rev. Fr Hugh Allan O.Praem.
Tuesday, 8.30pm
Father Hugh Allan, sometime President of the Newman Society and now Sub-Prior of a Premonstratensian community in Manchester, will talk about walking ‘The Middle Way’ between liberalism and extreme traditionalism – two poles which have the potential to divide the Church.
FIFTH WEEK
Happiness and the Christian Life – Canon Brian Mountford
Tuesday, 8.30pm
Canon Mountford, vicar of the University Church of St. Mary the Virgin and famed author, shall address the Society on his forthcoming publication Happiness, which offers a Christian view of philosophy, psychology, and emotional well-being.
SIXTH WEEK
Termly Mass and President’s Dinner
Tuesday, 8.30pm
Sixth Week sees the termly Mass and black tie dinner, at which the President will speak. The Mass will be held in St Benet’s Hall, with dinner and port to follow in Mansfield’s Senior Common Room. To reserve a place, contact the President at least one week in advance.
SEVENTH WEEK
Taking a Stand for Life – Lord Alton of Liverpool
Tuesday, 8.30pm
Noted human rights campaigner Lord Alton of Liverpool will address the Society on his work in defence of unborn human life, focusing on his experiences as a crossbencher in the House of Lords. This event is co-sponsored by the Oxford University Pro-Life Society.
EIGHTH WEEK
Punt Joust and Croquet Tournament
Date and time t.b.a.
In keeping with time-honoured tradition, the Newman Sports Captains have arranged punting with the Catholic Society, and a number of croquet matches. Members will be contacted in anticipation of the week’s events. Any interested party should write to the Sports Captain (Gentlemen): richard.pickett@exeter.oxon.org.
Michaelmas 2006
FIRST WEEK
Drinks Party
Tuesday , 8.30pm
Let Michaelmas Term begin as it should – with a drink! All are welcome, particularly freshers, to meet other Newman Society members
and this term’s committee in the Blue Room of the Old Palace, at the kind invitation of Fr Jeremy.
SECOND WEEK
Does the Church oppress women? – Mrs Joanna Bogle
Tuesday, 8.30pm
As the debate rages on in the aftermath of the Church of England’s recent vote to allow their women ‘priests’ to take ‘episcopal’ office, we welcome back
the well-known journalist, writer and broadcaster Joanna Bogle, to assess the status of women in the Catholic Church today.
THIRD WEEK
Rosary Pilgrimage and walk at the Shrine of Our Lady at Caversham
Saturday, after 12 noon Mass
As October is the month of special devotion to Our Lady through the recitation of the Rosary, we will make a pilgrimage to the ancient Marian shrine at Caversham.
The shrine, which still houses a medieval statue of the Blessed Virgin, has been a centre of devotion since its foundation in the Middle Ages by one of the guilds to
Our Lady. Before its destruction at the Reformation, monarchs and noblemen were numbered among the many pilgrims to the shrine, and since the Roman Catholic Relief Act the stream of pious Catholics has continued. We will meet at the Old Palace after the 12 noon Mass. Places are limited: please e-mail the President to reserve a place.
FOURTH WEEK
Terrors of the night: the occult and the prayer of the Church – Dr John Newton
Tuesday, 8.30pm
While the Church counsels the faithful to avoid superstition and over-credulity, she has always accepted the existence of the occult and the dark
side of the supernatural. Dr Newton explores how defence against the dark arts is reflected in the prayer of the Church, and in particular the office of Compline.
John Newton is Editor-in-Chief of Baronius Press, while being a member of the Society for Psychical Research, the Churches’ Fellowship for Psychical
and Spiritual Studies, and a life member of the O.U. Newman Society. For those who would like to stay, Compline will be sung in
the Chapel of St Thomas More after the talk.
FIFTH WEEK
Western liturgical chant: official and unofficial – Professor John Caldwell
Tuesday, 8.30pm
It is a pleasure to welcome back Professor Caldwell, recently retired from the Oxford University Music Faculty, to speak on a subject of which he is a leading expert
– the development of Gregorian chant. The professor will illustrate his talk with some musical excerpts. This is an opportunity not to be missed for those who are discovering for the first time this important part of the Church’s heritage.
SIXTH WEEK
Life in an Eastern Orthodox monastery: my experiences on Patmos – Bishop Kallistos of Diokleia
Tuesday, 8.30pm
Bishop Kallistos is a Greek Orthodox auxiliary bishop of the Ecumenical Patriarchate’s Orthodox Archdiocese of Thyateira and Great Britain. Resident in Oxford,
he is a retired lecturer and a fellow of Pembroke College who has published many books and articles on Eastern Orthodox Christianity, and we welcome him
back to speak from a personal perspective on eastern monastic life and traditions.
SEVENTH WEEK
China’s one-child policy: its history, present reality, Western complicity and future defeat – Mr Anthony Ozimic
Tuesday, 8.30pm
Anthony Ozimic, Political Secretary of the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children, will deliver this final, thought-provoking talk of the term.
Since its implementation in the 1970s, the grim reality of China’s policy to control birth rates has been exposed in the West, including millions of forced abortions
and sterilisations. Come and find out the facts as well as the ways to combat this evil, which has been described as
“arguably the greatest bioethical atrocity on the globe.” (Wendy McElroy.)
EIGHTH WEEK
Holy Mass and dinner in Oriel College
Tuesday, 6.00pm
The Newman Society’s termly Mass and black tie dinner will take place this week in Oriel College, where our Venerable Patron was a tutor and fellow from 1822 to 1845. The date and details of how to obtain tickets will be released nearer the time, and this special event is open to all, though places are necessarily limited.
Hilary 2007
Advertised events will, unless otherwise indicated, in the Blue Room of the Catholic Chaplaincy (Rose Place, St Aldates) – ring Fr Fairhead’s door-bell for admission. Members wishing to dine (three courses and wine) with speakers before their talks should inform Fr Fairhead no later than the Monday of the same week; there is a charge of £1.50 for those who wish to dine.
Society ties (Papal gold, Cardinal red, and Oxford blue stripe) can be ordered from the President.
FIRST WEEK
Drinks Party – Tuesday 16th January, 8.30pm
The Newman Society will host its usual beginning-of-term drinks party in the Blue Room of the Catholic Chaplaincy. This will serve as an opportunity for members to get together after the Christmas break and to learn of the events organised for the term by the President (Darren Collins, Keble).
SECOND WEEK
Professor William Carroll – Tuesday 23rd January, 8.30pm
‘Evolution, Creation and the Catholic Tradition’
In his homily at the Mass for the inauguration of his pontificate, Pope Benedict said, ‘We are not some casual and meaningless product of evolution. Each of us is the result of a thought of God.’ Professor William Carroll will speak to the Society on the matter of approaching the theory of evolution in light of the Church’s Tradition, and will include remarks relating to His Eminence Cardinal Schönborn’s recent writings on ‘intelligent design’.
Professor Carroll is the St. Thomas Aquinas Fellow in Theology and Science at Blackfriars. He is author of ‘La Creacion y las Ciencias Naturales: Actualidad de Santo Tomas de Aquino’ and co-author of ‘Aquinas on Creation’.
THIRD WEEK
The Rev. Dr Rodger Charles S.J. – Tuesday 30th January, 8.30pm
‘Catholic Social Doctrine. Its relevance yesterday and today’
Many Catholics have heard of the principle of subsidiarity, formulated by Pope Pius XI thus: ‘It is an injustice and at the same time a great evil and disturbance of right order to assign to a greater and higher association what lesser and subordinate organisations can do.’ Fewer realise that this principle is just one of the tenets of the broader social teaching of the Church which encompasses the civil, political, and economic spheres, and on which the Rev. Dr Rodger Charles S.J. will address the Society.
The Rev. Dr Charles, of Campion Hall, is author of ‘The Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching’ and ‘Christian Social Witness and Teaching: the Catholic Tradition from Genesis to Centesimus Annus’.
FOURTH WEEK
The Rev. Dr Aidan Nichols O.P. – Tuesday 6th February, 8.30pm
‘Pope St Pius X and Modernism: 100 Years On’
‘Were one to attempt the task of collecting together all the errors that have been broached against the faith and to concentrate the sap and substance of them all into one, he could not better succeed than the Modernists have done.’ To mark the centenary year of the promulgation by Pope St Pius X of the anti-Modernist encyclical Pascendi Dominici Gregis (from which the above quotation is taken) and the syllabus Lamentabili Sane, the Rev. Dr Aidan Nichols O.P. will give a talk on Pius’ efforts against Modernism and the state of the question a century later.
The Rev. Dr Nichols is the John Paul II Memorial Lecturer in Catholic Theology, a fellow of Greyfriars Hall, and author of ‘Catholic Thought since the Enlightenment. A Survey’.
FIFTH WEEK
Piers Paul Read – Tuesday 13th February, 8.30pm
‘Should we fear that some men will be damned?’
The noted theologian Hans Urs von Balthasar asked whether we might hope that all men will be saved. In response, Catholic author and essayist Piers Paul Read will explore the themes of salvation and the afterlife, and whether the idea of the eternal damnation of some need necessarily cause theological problems for Catholic believers.
Piers Paul Read is author of ‘Hell, and other destinations’ and ‘The Templars’, and Vice-President of the Catholic Writers’ Guild.
SIXTH WEEK
Saturday 24th February, time t.b.a.
Newman Society Trip to St Michael’s Abbey, Farnborough
The Society will be organising a trip to St Michael’s Abbey in Farnborough, a contemplative monastery of Benedictine monks of the Subiaco Congregation. More details will be given closer to the date; please contact the President (darren.collins@keble.ox.ac.uk) in advance to reserve a place.
SEVENTH WEEK
The Rt Rev. Geoffrey Scott O.S.B. – Tuesday 27th February, 8.30pm
‘The Cult of King James II’
In Seventh Week the Newman Society will be hosting a joint event with the Oxford Monarchists. The Rt Rev. Geoffrey Scott O.S.B., Fellow of the Society of Antiquities and of the Royal Historical Society, will speak on the subject of King James II and Jacobitism, how the latter movement started and progressed, and how its influence is still felt in the United Kingdom today.
The Rt Rev. Geoffrey Scott is Abbott of Douai Abbey, the Monastery of St Edmund, King and Martyr.
EIGHTH WEEK
Holy Mass and Termly Dinner
The Newman Society’s termly Mass and black tie dinner will take place in Eighth Week. The date and location as well as details of how to obtain tickets will be released nearer the time. This event is open to all, though places are necessarily limited. Please contact the President (darren.collins@keble.ox.ac.uk) in advance to reserve a place.
Trinity 2008
All public meetings are held in the meeting room of the Old Palace. Members are invited to dine with the speakers and the committee before meetings at a charge of £5. Please inform the Secretary (Patrick Milner) by Monday noon if you wish to dine.
Those who wish are invited to purchase the famous Newman Society Tie (striped: Cardinal’s red, Papal gold, Oxford blue), which is available from Walters on the Turl.
FIRST WEEK
Tuesday- Drinks Party
The term, as ever, starts with a drinks party. An excellent opportunity to meet the Committee, find out more about the term’s events and forget collections past and exams to come!
SECOND WEEK
Thursday- May Day Gala
Service to begin at two o’clock. In order to commemorate the beginning of the month of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Newman Society is organising a service of music and readings and involving the Catholic community of Oxford. The service will be held in the Chapel of Mansfield College and followed by a picnic in the grounds of the American Institute.
THIRD WEEK
Tuesday- Ms. Oona Stannard
Catholic Schooling in A Secular Age
The ancient relationship between the Church and education is, in the United Kingdom, manifested today in state schools run in conjunction with the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales. The Catholic Education Service is the agency of the Bishops’ Conference that is charged with overseeing and guiding this relationship in conjunction with the Department for Children, Schools and Families. Oona Stannard is the Chief Executive and Director of the CES and is charged with ensuring that Catholic Education in England and Wales retains its integrity, relevance and success in an age with many demands placed on it by government and secular society.
FOURTH WEEK
Tuesday- Mr. John Madeley
The dilemmas of Catholic minoritarianism: Roman Catholicism in the UK
Religious tension between the Church and Protestantism in the United Kingdom has, in most places and in most instances, been confined to the history books. And the statute books. Catholics in the United Kingdom are still forbidden by law from marrying an heir to the throne, becoming prime minister and even swearing the Privy Council oath. With some of these now discarded, others seemingly unimportant, yet others appearing relevant, the constitutional status of Catholics in the United Kingdom is a popular and confusing political question. Mr. John Madeley, lecturer in government at the London School of Economics and Political Science, with an interest in Church/state relations across Europe, will inform this important conversation, discuss potential developments and offer comparison with other situations in Europe.
FIFTH WEEK
Tuesday- Mr and Mrs Geoff Dorrit
Faith, Hope and Charity
How best to live out the Christian obligation to charity is a difficult and complex problem in the modern, changing world. How the laity can give- time, money and spirit- in the most effective way is by no means least of these considerations. With so many charities to choose from and so many crises that deserve our attention, it can be disheartening. Mr and Mrs Dorrit have spent their spare time working with the Church and other groups in Eastern Europe and the Holy Land. They are to offer an inspirational account of their current work and charities, especially ‘Bible Lands’, a charity that works across the religious divide in Palestine to aid children in need.
SIXTH WEEK
Tuesday- Mr. John Tabor
Tuitio Fidei, Obsequium Pauperum – The Hospitaller Vocation in the 21st Century
The Knights of Malta are one of the most famous of all Catholic orders. Their longevity and ancient roots, coupled with powerful and wide-ranging charity activities has earned them respect and love from Catholics and non-Catholics alike across the world. In an ever changing world, the Order, which was founded in 1085, is finding new ways to stay true to their motto: ‘Tuitio Fidei, Obsequium Pauperum’ (‘Protection of Faith and Service to the Poor’). Following the election of a new grand master this year, the Order is looking to the future again, grounded in its illustrious past. Mr. John Tabor, a simply professed knight, is to offer an exciting account of how the Order is to implement their vocation in the modern world.
SEVENTH WEEK
Tuesday- Dr. Robert D. Miller III
The Blessed Virgin Mary as Isaiah’s ‘Servant’
The place of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Faith is one that is unique and often misunderstood by Catholics and non-Catholics alike. This place is only properly comprehended in light of the place of Our Lady in the Old Testament and the history of Christianity. After the conclusion of the month of Our Lady, and following the gala service at on the first of May, Dr. Robert Miller of Mount St. Mary’s Seminary in Maryland (USA) will speak on the role of Mary in sacred scripture, especially Isaiah.
EIGHTH WEEK
Tuesday- HE HRH Prince Seeiso Bereng Seeiso of Lesotho
The Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is a largely Catholic nation. HM King Letsie III, the brother of Prince Lesotho, has presided over a long period of growth and stability in the kingdom since his ascension to the throne in 1996. Prince Seesio also founded, with Prince Harry of Wales, the Sentebale charity that cares for AIDs orphans, abused children and other vulnerable young people in the kingdom. With an unique insight into the operation of a Catholic monarchy in Africa, as well as being at the forefront of fighting some of the greatest problems of our time Prince Seeiso promises to give an exceptional talk.
Thursday- Termly Mass and Dinner at Pembroke College
Programme for Michaelmas Term 2009
SIXTH WEEK
Events for Hilary Term 2010
FIRST WEEK
Tuesday 19th January from 8.30pm
Start of Term Drinks Party
Join us in the Blue Room at the Chaplaincy for free drinks and canapés. All are welcome. If you are interested in becoming a member or simply want to learn more, please do come along.
SECOND WEEK
Tuesday 26th January, 8.30pm
Mr. Charles Moore
The role of the Church in modern British society
Charles Moore, renowned Catholic journalist, former editor of the Telegraph and Spectator, and chairman of Policy Exchange, will be speaking about the role of Catholicism in modern society.
THIRD WEEK
Tuesday 2nd February, 8.30pm
Speaker to be announced
FOURTH WEEK
Tuesday 9th February, 8.30pm
The Most Rev. Timothy Radcliffe, OP
Being a Christian in the twenty-first century
Father Timothy Radcliffe, former Master of the Order of Preachers (Dominicans), is one of the most renowned British Catholic theologians. He will be speaking on Christianity today, from a Dominican perspective.
FIFTH WEEK
Tuesday 16th February, 8.30pm
Viscountess Asquith
Catholic readings behind Shakespeare’s ‘Titus Andronicus’
Clare Asquith, the author of Shadowplay, will be talking about the Catholic background behind Shakespeare’s most bloody and violent play, and explaining thereby, why the Shakespeare wrote the play as he did.
SIXTH WEEK
Tuesday 23rd February, 8.30pm
Dom Anthony Sutch, OSB
Catholic education in schools today
Father Anthony Sutch, former headmaster of Downside School, and now a regular speaker on ‘Thought for the Day’, will be speaking about Catholic education, drawing on his own experience as a headmaster.
SEVENTH WEEK
Tuesday 2nd March, 8.30pm
Dr. Andrew Burnham, SSC, Anglican Bishop of Ebbsfleet
Coming Over to Rome – Realising ‘Anglicanorum Coetibus’
As one of the most enthusiastic leaders in the Anglican Communion regarding the Holy Father’s invitation to Anglo-Catholics to ‘come over’ to Rome, his Lordship will speak about the situation faced by High Church Anglicans in the wake of the Pope’s recent Apostolic Constitution.
EIGHTH WEEK
Monday 8th March
Pontifical Mass and termly black-tie dinner
Celebrant and after-dinner speaker:
The Rt. Rev. Paul Stonham, OSB, Abbot of Belmont
The termly Mass will be a Pontifical Mass in the ‘extraordinary form’ celebrated by the Abbot of Belmont. The Mass will take place at the Oxford Oratory at 7.00pm and will be followed by our termly black-tie dinner, which will be held at at St. Benet’s Hall. More details will be given out by the President nearer the time. To reserve a place at the dinner e-mail: newman@herald.ox.ac.uk.
Tuesday 9th March
The Rt. Hon. Paul Murphy, MP
Catholicism and the Northern Ireland Peace Process
Paul Murphy, Labour Member of Parliament for Torfaen and Pontypool, played a major role in the Northern Ireland peace process, as Minister of State for Northern Ireland from 1997-99. As a Catholic politician, he will be talking about his role in helping to resolve an era of sectarian violence
Term Card TT10
FIRST WEEK
Tuesday 27th June from 8.30pm
The Rev. Fr. James Pierero (Opus Dei)
Reflections on the Beatification of John Henry Newman: An Historical Perspective
SECOND WEEK
Tuesday 4th May, 8.30pm
The Very Rev. Richard Duffield, CongOrat (Postulator of Newman’s Cause and Past-President)
Preparing for the Beatification of John Henry Newman
THIRD WEEK
Wednesday 12th May
THOMAS MORE LECTURE
His Eminence Sean Cardinal Brady (Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland)
The Challanges facing the Irish Church in the Twenty-First Century
SOLEMN PONTIFICAL MASS AND TERMLY BLACK-TIE DINNER IN THE PRESENCE OF HIS EMINENCE
FOURTH WEEK
Tuesday 18th May, 7-9pm
Newman Society Jazz Evening at the Oxford Union
Saturday 22nd May
Pilgrimage to Newman’s ‘College’ at Littlemore
A joint event with the Catholic Society. Depart from the Catholic Caplaincy at 9.30am. Mass to be celebrated by Fr. Daniel Seward, CongOrat (Past-President)
FIFTH WEEK
Tuesday 25th May, 8.30pm
The Rev. Fr. Antoni Uccrler, SJ
Celebrating the 500th Anniversary of Matteo Ricci: Missionary and Scholar in the Middle Kingdom
SIXTH WEEK
Tuesday 1st June, 8.30pm
Mr. Damian Thompson (Blogs Editor of the Daily Telegraph)
Universtanding the Relationship Between the Church and the Media
Friday 4th June
SOLEMN PONTIFICAL VESPERS
Celebrated by The Most Rev. Diarmuid Martin (Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of Ireland)
Followed by dinner and lecture at the Catholic Chaplaincy
SEVENTH WEEK
Tuesday 12th June
Meeting with The Most Rev. Vincent Nichols (Archbishop of Westminster)
Leaving Oxford Railway Station at 7.30am. Morning Coffee with Archbishop Nichols. Lunch in London and a tour of Westminster Cathedral in the afternoon.
EIGHTH WEEK
Tuesday 15th June
The Rev. Fr. Jerry Hughes SJ and The Rev. Fr. Philip Endean SJ
What is the Point of Being a Jesuit Today?
Saturday 20th June
Garden Party (A joint event with the Catholic Society)
Campion Hall, 3-6pm
Unless otherwise stated meetings take place at The Old Palace (Catholic Chaplaincy), which is located in Rose Place, just off St. Aldates and opposite Christ Church Memorial Gardens.
Speaker dinners are held at 7pm prior to Tuesday evening speaker meetings at a cost of £10 (three courses and wine). Please contact the President by the preceding Monday if you wish to dine.