Join us

at the National Eucharistic Congress

July 17—21, 2024 in Indianapolis

The Catholic University of America is proud to present the following sessions at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress.

Is Orthodoxy Enough?: The Family and Catholic Education

Thursday, July 18 | 2:00 – 3:15 PM

Campus Chaplain Father Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P. and University president Peter Kilpatrick will lead a panel of parents and Catholic educators to discuss how they play distinct but complementary roles in forming and educating the young.

Panelists

  • Dr. Peter Kilpatrick

    President, The Catholic University of America

  • Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P.

    Vice President for Ministry and Mission, The Catholic University of America

  • Dr. Andrew Abela

    Dean of the Busch School of Business, The Catholic University of America

  • Mary Pat Donoghue

    Executive Director, Secretariat of Catholic Education at the USCCB

  • Dr. John & Claire Grabowski

    Pre-Cana marriage ministry leaders

Morning Impact Sessions for Priests – Abide: The Priest Experience

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, July 18-20 | 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Dr. Scott Hahn, Bishop Robert Barron, Bishop Andrew Cozzens, Msgr. James Shea, and others will offer practical insights into how priests can balance interior intimacy with Jesus and the servant leadership the priestly ministry demands.

Dating as a Catholic Today

Friday, July 19 | 4-6 p.m.

Hosts J.D. Flynn and Sara Perla with a panel of single Catholics will tackle the questions: “Why is dating as a Catholic today so hard? If we all hate the way it’s going, why don’t we change it?”

Audience participation at this event will be not only encouraged, but expected. Come ready to share dating tips, funny stories, lessons learned, and suggestions for the future.

  • Location: Hyatt in the Cosmopolitan Ballroom C-D (3rd floor)
    21+, food and 1 drink ticket will be provided. Cash bar in addition.

CatholicU Social at – 10th National Eucharistic Congress

Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Please join Catholic University alumni, donor, friends, and community members for a casual gathering on Saturday, July 20 during the 10th National Eucharistic Congress.

Booth Programming

    • 12:00 - 2:00 PM: Tote-ally Trivia - Student-led trivia games happening throughout the afternoon. Win fun Catholic University swag.

    • 1:00 PM: Angelus & Midday Prayer - Take a break from the busy conference schedule to stop and pray with us each day.

    • 2:30 - 3:00 PM: D.Min Information Session - Learn more about Catholic University's Online Doctorate in Ministry Program and hear from students and graduates about their experience. Q-and-A: Dr. Susan Timoney, Associate Dean for Graduate Ministerial Studies

    • 12:00 - 2:00 PM: Catherine Pakaluk, Ph.D. Book Signing - Meet author Catherine Pakaluk and get your copy of her new book Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth.

    • 1:00 PM: Angelus & Midday Prayer - Take a break from the busy conference schedule to stop and pray with us each day.

    • 1:15 - 2:30 PM: Jem Sullivan, Ph.D., book signing - Meet author Jem Sullivan and get a signed copy of her new book on the Eucharist and sacred art titled, Way of Beauty: Rekindling Eucharistic Amazement with Visio Divina.

    • 2:30 - 2:50 PM: Welcoming Children in Worship and Excellence in Preaching Initiative - Join us to learn more about two Lilly grant funded projects providing education, resources and programs designed for priests, deacons and laity. A Q-and-A session especially for bishops and vicars.

    • 3:15 - 5:00 PM: Andrew Abela, Ph.D. , John Grabowski, Ph.D. Book Signing - Meet CUA Press authors Andrew Abela and John Grabowski, authors of numerous books including A Catechism for Business by Andrew Abela and Unraveling Gender: The Battle Over Sexual Difference by John Grabowski.

    • 12:00 - 2:00 PM: Hillbilly Thomist Live Performance - Come by to hear bluegrass music from your favorite band of Dominicans!

    • 1:00 PM: Angelus & Midday Prayer - Take a break from the busy conference schedule to stop and pray with us each day.

    • 2:30 - 3:00 PM: Clergy Graduate Studies Q and A -Come explore Online and In-person graduate degrees at The Catholic University of America. Dr. Bradley Gregory, Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Dr. Susan Timoney, Associate Dean of Graduate.

    • 5:00 PM: Catholic University Group Photo - Calling all Catholic University alumni, families, students, faculty, and staff! Share your school pride with us at the booth and join in the group photo!

    • 1:00 PM: Angelus & Midday Prayer - Take a break from the busy conference schedule to stop and pray with us each day.

    • 1:30 - 2:30 PM: Dr. Kevin Schemenauer Book Signing - Meet CUA Press author Kevin Schemenauer and get your copy of his book: The Family as Basic Social Unit: Living Out Catholic Social Teaching.

    • 2:30 - 3:00 PM: Clergy Graduate Studies Q and A -Come explore Online and In-person graduate degrees at The Catholic University of America. Dr. Bradley Gregory, Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Dr. Susan Timoney, Associate Dean of Graduate.

See how we Lead with Light.