EVENTS & CALENDAR

Throughout the year, the School of Ministry hosts several events, including lectures, days of reflections, and seminars. These one day events are intended to enhance the School of Ministry curriculum and programs by bringing in outside scholars to discuss pertinent theological and spiritual topics.

The School of Ministry also hosts several events that are an integral part of the programs offer. For example, we host an annual Rome study-tour opportunity, information session about our Catholic Biblical School, orientation days, graduations, alumni reunions, Introduction to the Bible workshops, and an annual Ministry Conference.

Check this page regularly to find information about upcoming events and to view photos from past events. Click the links below to find out more information about a specific event or happening at the School of Ministry.

School of Ministry Events (in alphabetical order)

Alumni Reunion This event takes place before the Landregan Lecture each year and is an opportuntiy for SOM alumni, from both the graduate and CBS programs, to get together and enjoy fellowship.

CBS Information Sessions These short sessions are offered for those interested in the Catholic Biblical School but want to find out more information about the program.

CBS Graduation This event takes place in May each year to honor the graduates of the CBS and AFF programs of the School of Ministry. 

CBS Orientation This day of reflection and orientation takes place each year in August for all members of the Catholic Biblical School program.

Graduate Student Orientation This evening of reflection and orientation is for all students newly entering the graduate program of the School of Ministry.

Introduction to the Bible Workshops For those who do not know much about the Bible, these sessions teach the participants how to interpret and tackle the biblical texts. This is a great way to become more familiar with biblical basics before entering the CBS program.

Landregan Lecture This event brings to the University of Dallas campus nationally prominent figures, whose area of expertise reflects the many interests that have animated University of Dallas alumnus Steven T. Landregan throughout his long, distinguished, and continuing career of service to the Catholic Church in North Texas.

Lenten Day of Spirituality This event, which began as a day of reflection for CBS students, is an opportunity for any individual to come reflect on an important theological or spiritual topic in prepartion for the coming of Christ at Easter.

Rome study-tour Program This program, which takes place annually, is an opportunity for our students or any adult who wants to participate in continuing education to travel to Rome and study a religious topic in the heart of the Church.

Seminar Series Introduced in 2008, the School of Ministry Seminar Series continues to bring prominent speakers to the Unversity of Dallas campus to speak about challenging and current theological topics.

UD Ministry Conference This annual conference, which is the biggest event hosted by the University of Dallas each year, is an opportunity for area Catholics to come together to hear over 60 speakers and to join in prayer. The conference also includes and exhibition hall, liturgical art display, and musical performances.