The colloquium was inspired by Pope John Paul II who in his encyclical letter Fides et Ratio spoke of the need for continuing ­philosophical speculation in order to come to an understanding of the Catholic faith. The colloquium invites philosophers and theologians from the New England area to discuss and debate issues in metaphysics with a view to offering the ecclesiastical and scholarly worlds insights and principles upon which to ground their work.

The Saint Anselm Journal offers presentations given at previous colloquia.

Metaphysics Colloquium

June 10-11, 2009

This year's Colloquium will be dedicated to the work and contributions of the Rev. Norris Clarke, S.J.  The main speaker will be Dr. Sarah Borden of Wheaton College

Schedule

Wednesday, June 10
2:00 p.m. Registration-Dana Center Lobby
3:30 p.m. Dr. Borden's presentation/discussion
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:30 p.m. First response and discussion,
               Kevin Staley, Philosophy Department, Saint Anselm College

Thursday, June 11
8:30 a.m. Mass
9:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:30 a.m. Second response and discussion: 
                Gary M. Gurtler, S.J., Philosophy Department, Boston College
12 p.m. Lunch

Colloquium sessions will be held in the Conference Room of the Dana Center. Overnight accommodations are available on campus in St. Joan of Arc Hall. There is no fee for the colloquium.

For more information contact:
Duane Bruce, Ph.D.
The Institute for Saint Anselm Studies
100 Saint Anselm Drive
Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH 03102-1310
(603) 641-7250
dbruce@anselm.edu