Second Vatican Council Lecture Series

The Second Vatican council was one of the most important events of the 20^th century. 

More than 3000 Bishops, theologians, and observers met at the Vatican between

October 1962 and December 1965.  The 16 documents promulgated by the council fathers

would help guide the church into the 21st century to commemorate the 50^th anniversary

of the great Council Pope Benedict the 16^th was called for a Year of Faith - , a time to return

to  the documents of the council and appreciate a renew their teachings. 

Using Pope Benedict and his processors as our guides we will examine each document

carefully considering this history, meaning and implications. 

On the first Monday of each month (February – June) at the parish center

in the Bl.  Teresa of Calcutta room 7:00 -9:00 PM.  With David Charboneau,

faculty member of Blanchett High school, we will explore the history and teachings

of the Second Vatican Council.  Monday, February 4: the History of Vatican II –

why did we have a council and how did it work? 

Reservation is recommended not required. e-mail name

and e-mail address to www.stbens.net/vat2