VIRTUAL THEOLOGY SUMMIT
Behold, Your King
Understanding Christ’s Reign in Christian Faith, Worship, and Mission
November 21, 2024
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
(Central Time)
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Augustine Institute Virtual Theology Summit
Prepare for the Solemnity of Christ the King at this year’s Virtual Theology Summit hosted by the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology.
The Church honors Christ as “King of kings and Lord of lords” (Rev. 19:16). What do we mean by this claim? In this virtual event, you will explore Christ’s kingship with Augustine Institute faculty. After a keynote lecture on the Gospels’ presentation of Jesus as king, you will select one of three breakout sessions taught by our faculty, each addressing a different aspect of the kingship of Christ.
Come with your questions as we'll leave time for Q&A!
Schedule
1:00 p.m.
KEYNOTE LECTURE
The Mystery of Christ and the Kingdom in the Gospels
Dr. Michael Barber
While Jesus spoke constantly of the kingdom, we Catholics rarely even mention it. This talk looks at the way reading the Gospels in light of Jesus’s Jewish background helps illuminate the central theme of his ministry, explaining how the kingdom is related to Jesus’s healing ministry and his teaching about the Church. Learn how to proclaim the Gospel in the very terms used by the Lord—“repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand” (Matthew 4:17)—and what this entails for the Church’s mission in the world today.
1:35 p.m.
Master’s Programs at the Augustine Institute
Dr. John Sehorn
1:45 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
(Choose one of the following)
Christ as King in the Liturgy
Dr. Elizabeth Klein
The central goal of the liturgy is to worship God. In the Catholic tradition, such acts of worship have often been understood as ones of subjects towards their king. This breakout session will consider some ways to deepen our appreciation of Christ as our king during the celebration of the Eucharist and how we might express obedience to him.
The Laity’s Share in Christ’s Kingship According to Vatican II
Dr. Arielle Harms
Through their Baptism and Confirmation, the laity share in the offices of Christ: Priest, Prophet, and King. Exploring Vatican II’s affirmation of this teaching, we will reflect on what it means to participate in the Kingship of Christ. Understanding how we can better live out this participation in our daily lives will help us live out our Baptism more fully.
Christ the King: Master of Master Teachers
Dr. Jeffrey Lehman
In addition to Jesus Christ being the “King of kings and Lord of lords” (Rev. 19:16), He is also the Master of master teachers. Principally drawing upon the Gospel and Epistles of St. John, this talk will consider how Christ the Teacher is the Source and Origin as well as the final End of the noble work of Catholic education. We will consider how Our Lord can inspire, guide, and empower us to participate in the amazing renewal of Catholic education that is currently underway in the United States and that is gathering significant momentum around the world.
Featured Speakers
Dr. Michael Barber
Professor of Scripture and Theology
Dr. Elizabeth Klein
Associate Professor of Theology
Dr. Arielle Harms
Assistant Professor of Theology and Catechetics
Dr. Jeffrey Lehman
Professor of Philosophy and Theology
