Alumni Reunion
October 18-20, 2024 | St. Louis, Missouri
Join us this fall!
We are delighted to welcome you for a weekend of prayer, fellowship, and festivity on our new 284-acre campus in St. Louis, Missouri. This first annual alumni reunion will begin with a half-day conference sponsored by the MA Biblical Studies program followed by a full day with faculty, staff, and fellow alumni. You will hear from our faculty in presentations both learned and light-hearted, get an insider’s briefing about the Augustine Institute’s new initiatives, and have the chance to connect with other alumni from around the country who are actively spreading the Gospel!
Accommodations
We have four residential towers on our new campus, allowing for overnight guests. You will have access to the chapel, dining hall, gym, and the serene campus grounds. The rooms are comfortable and well-appointed, each with a private bath.
Please visit the FAQ section at the bottom of this page for further details. We look forward to welcoming you!
Registration
Registration includes accommodation for the nights of October 18 and 19, all meals from lunch on Friday through brunch on Sunday, and van service from and to St. Louis Lambert Field airport (STL).
The price is $400 for individuals and $600 for couples.
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Presenting Faculty
Michael P. Barber
Professor of Sacred Scripture
Curtis Mitch
Managing Editor, Catholic Standard Version translation
John Sehorn
Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Theology
Ben Akers
Professor of Theology
Christopher Mooney
Assistant Professor of Theology
Arielle Harms
Associate Professor of Theology and Director of the M.A. in Pastoral Theology
Andrea Saner
Associate Professor of Sacred Scripture
Carl Vennerstrom
Assistant Professor of Theology
Event Schedule
The Alumni Reunion will take place on October 18–20, 2024, at the Augustine Institute in St. Louis, Missouri.
Friday, October 18, 2024
9:00 A.M. Campus opens
12:00 P.M. Holy Mass
12:30 P.M. Lunch
1:30 P.M. Conference on St. Luke the Evangelist
Sponsored by M.A. Biblical Studies
Faculty Presenters:
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Michael Patrick Barber, "The Mystery of Christ in the Church: Reading Luke and Acts Together"
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Curtis Mitch, "Luke’s Distinctive Voice: Capturing the Third Gospel in Translation"
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John Sehorn, "Reading the Deuteronomistic History with Our Lady and St Luke"
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5:00 P.M. Welcome Reception for Alumni
6:30 P.M. Dinner
7:30 P.M. Welcome Address: Ben Akers"Luke Alone Is with Me"
8:15 P.M. Alumni Social
Saturday, October 19, 2024
7:00 A.M. Holy Hour, confessions available
8:00 A.M. Morning Prayer
8:15 A.M. Breakfast
9:00 A.M. Recreation, campus tours, etc.
11:00 A.M. Breakout Sessions:
Christopher Mooney, "Christian Friendship in St. Augustine"
Arielle Harms, "Models of Discipleship and Making Disciples"
Andrea Saner, "Divine Providence in Genesis"
12:00 P.M. Holy Mass
12:30 P.M. Lunch
1:00 P.M. Rest, recreation, campus tours
2:00 P.M. Open HouseStroll through the Education Center to visit leaders from the Augustine Institute’s initiatives and see (and hear) examples of their recent work and current projects, including the new edition of Symbolon, the Word of Life curriculum, the AMEN app, new developments on FORMED.org, the Great Commission Parish initiative, and the M.A. in Catholic Education with Teachers for Christ.
4:00 P.M. Alumni Panel
4:45 P.M. Medieval Debate
Disputed Question: Utrum rhetorica sive logica ultima ars est? Laugh along with the faculty and students as Frater Carolus (rhetoric) squares off against Frater Olav (logic) in a medieval-style public debate (conducted in the vernacular).
5:15 P.M. Reception
6:30 P.M. Dinner
7:30 P.M. Evening entertainment and social
Sunday, October 20, 2024
7:00 A.M. Holy Hour, confessions available
9:00 A.M. Sunday Mass
10:00 A.M. Brunch11:00 A.M. Depart
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When should I arrive?
A: You are welcome to arrive on campus any time after 9am on Friday October 18. You are invited to join us for 12pm Mass and lunch. The Bible conference will begin at 1:30pm. The official alumni reunion will begin at 5pm.
Q: Which airport should I fly into?
A: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
Q: How will I get to and from the airport?
A: We will have a shuttle available for you between the hours of 7am and 8pm. Once you register, we will be sure to send you email reminders requesting your travel itinerary and the details of your pick-up/drop-off. If traveling outside the shuttle hours, please communicate with us so that we can schedule your arrival.
Q: What is the address of the campus and where is it located?
A: 16805 New Halls Ferry Road, Florissant, MO 63034. The campus is located approximately 30 minutes north of downtown St. Louis and 20 minutes north of the airport.
Q: May I bring my spouse?
A: Absolutely! Please note, however, that each guest room has only one bed and that the size of that bed is what is called “double” or “full.”
Q: May I bring my children?
A: Neither children nor pets can be accommodated for overnight stays in our towers, although nursing infants are most welcome. Cribs are not available for rent, and unfortunately, we will not be able to provide daycare.
Q: Will you be able to accommodate food allergies?
A: We will do our absolute best to accommodate allergies! Please be sure to mark your food allergies on the registration form.
Q: What if I can only attend part of the weekend?
A: We hope you can attend the entire weekend, but if you need to arrive late or depart early that will not be a problem. Shuttle hours to and from the airport are between the hours of 7am and 8pm each day.
Q: If I plan to drive to the reunion, will parking be made available?
A: Yes, parking will be available and free of charge.
Q: What if I live locally in St. Louis?
A: Then you'll have to show us around! Feel free to register by choosing the St. Louis local rate of $200 which will not include accommodations. Parking will be free of charge. Meals will still be provided for you. You are also welcome to stay in the residential towers if you desire a "stay-cation."
Q: When should I depart?
A: The closing brunch on Sunday, October 20, will conclude around 11am. We suggest booking a flight that departs in the afternoon, but if you need to leave earlier, we will begin shuttle services Sunday morning at 7am.
Q: Whom should I contact for questions?
A: Email Rachel Gilmore at rachel.gilmore@augustine.edu.
