“Ask J“ Tackles the Difficult QuestionsVideo series now on SteubenvilleFuel.comJune 24, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH – A new webseries that takes a fresh approach to teaching truth to young people is now live at SteubenvilleFuel.com. Ask J follows a young man named J, played by Jeff Kongs, who accepts a job at “The Internet” in the…
Awaken: Power and Purpose 2016First Franciscan University of Steubenville Conference of the summer brings message of rebirth and renewal.June 22, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH – “We are created for worship, and now it’s time for the Church to awaken,” declared Father Matt Williams at the June 10-13, 2016, Power and Purpose Conference at Franciscan University of…
Free Talk Saturday Evening at Power & Purpose ConferenceFr. Matt Williams' talk, “The Power of Worship—Where the Weak are Made Strong“ will be followed by adoration and a healing service.June 10, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH – There will be no charge to attend the Saturday, June 11, evening session of the Power and Purpose Conference at…
Call for Jacopone da Todi Poetry Prize ManuscriptsJune 10, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH— In August, Franciscan University Press will accept book-length manuscripts for the Jacopone da Todi Poetry series, which provides an alternative publishing opportunity to poets writing on overtly Christian themes. “We want work that reflects a disciple’s heart,” says Dr. David Craig, Franciscan University…
Commencement 2016 Sends Forth 665 GraduatesHonorary Degrees Awarded to Cardinal Seán Patrick O'Malley; Father Terence Henry, TOR; Dr. Laura Meeks; and Paul “Mickey“ Pohl, JDMay 20, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville held its 68th annual commencement exercises, sending forth 665 graduates, with separate ceremonies held to honor science and arts graduates. Both took place…
Parkhurst Dining and Franciscan University Award First Love Where You Live GrantDirty Vagabond Ministries Recognized for Community ServiceMay 06, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Parkhurst Dining and Franciscan University of Steubenville awarded the inaugural Parkhurst-Franciscan University Love Where You Live Grant to Dirty Vagabond Ministries. At a recent luncheon, Jeff Broadhurst, CEO of Eat’n Park Hospitality Group, presented…
Franciscan Frisbee Team Makes Nationals, Hosts First Home GameThe “Neal Rylatt Memorial“ Cup To Be Played May 7May 02, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—For the second year in a row, Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Ultimate Frisbee men’s club team, “Franciscan Fatal,” will compete for a national title after sweeping both the Ohio Conference and Ohio Valley Regional…
Early Bird Registration Extended for Adult Summer ConferencesFranciscan University launches 41st season of life-changing Catholic conferences.April 15, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—The early bird registration deadline for four of Franciscan University’s Catholic summer conferences for adults has been extended until April 29, the feast of St. Catherine of Siena. The famous saint once said, “Do not be…
Mass, Two Ceremonies to Send Forth Franciscan University's Class of 2016Father Terence Henry, TOR, will be among the honorees for his 13 years of service to Franciscan University as president.April 08, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—The May 13-14, 2016, commencement exercises at Franciscan University of Steubenville will mark the graduation of more than 660 students—and the first…
Two New Books From Franciscan University Press Reflect Unique Christian PerspectivesApril 05, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University Press—in collaboration with The Catholic University of America Press—has recently published two thought-provoking books from very different perspectives: One examines societal issues through the lens of Christianity, while one offers poetry from a disciple’s heart. Challenging the Secular Culture:…