Assumption University

painting of Martin Luther "nailing" theses to church doorA lecture Monday will investigate the change brought on by the arrival of Protestantism in the five centuries since Martin Luther posted his 95 theses.

Scottish Reformation subject of public lecture

A lecture Monday at Our Lady of the Assumption will explore the implications of Protestantism.

John L. EspositoJohn L. Esposito will deliver his free lecture public lecture “The Future of Islam and Muslim-West Relations” Wednesday on the UWindsor campus.

Speaker to address relations between Islam and West

John L. Esposito will deliver his free lecture public lecture “The Future of Islam and Muslim-West Relations” Wednesday on the UWindsor campus.

Discussion to explore care of refugees

Having left their native countries due to violence and persecution, many refugees now call Windsor home.

Sister Helen Petrimoulx, retired refugee specialist for the Roman Catholic diocese of London, will lead a discussion with volunteers who have helped resettle many newcomers to the area in a free public event Monday, April 3, entitled “I was a stranger and you welcomed me.”

Speakers will share their experiences providing care to refugees, and consider how to join these new neighbours in building a better community for all.

Quilt display celebrates half-century of solidarity

A giant quilt adding squares as it travels through the country will make a stop Wednesday on the UWindsor campus.

The “Quilt of Solidarity” is a project of Development and Peace, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the official international development organization of the Catholic Church in Canada. Each diocese affixes a patch to the quilt as it passes through on its cross-country pilgrimage.