Franciscan University Reacts to Supreme Court Hobby Lobby Ruling

Franciscan University Reacts to Supreme Court Hobby Lobby RulingPresident Father Sean O. Sheridan, TOR, commends decision upholding religious freedom.June 30, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville lauded today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision in the case of Burwell v. Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc. as progress in the ongoing fight for religious liberty in America. Father Sean…

“Only Jesus: Awakening Discipleship,” Priests, Deacons, and Seminarians Retreat, 2014

“Only Jesus: Awakening Discipleship,” Priests, Deacons, and Seminarians Retreat, 2014Father Sheridan and other speakers ministered to nearly 150 priests, deacons, and seminarians.June 25, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, Ohio—“What motivates us in following Christ?” Franciscan University of Steubenville President Father Sean O. Sheridan, TOR, asked the priests, deacons, and future priests before him. “What motivates us as ministers…

Franciscan Brings Back Father Scanlan Tennis Tournament

Franciscan Brings Back Father Scanlan Tennis TournamentThe Father Michael Scanlan Tennis Tournament will be held the weekend of July 18–20 at Belleview Park in Steubenville.June 18, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—In honor of President Emeritus Father Michael Scanlan, TOR, Franciscan University of Steubenville is bringing back the tennis tournament that bears his name. The Father Michael Scanlan…

The Promise, Purpose, and Power of the Holy Spirit: Catholic Charismatic Conference 2014

The Promise, Purpose, and Power of the Holy Spirit: Catholic Charismatic Conference 2014The weekend drew almost 650 participants and was full of workshops and talks centered on the promise, purpose, and power of the Holy SpiritJune 12, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH —“If not you, who?” asked Bishop Sam Jacobs, bishop emeritus of Houma-Thibodaux, Louisiana. “If not…

Physics Professor Heading to Ukraine on Fulbright Scholarship

Physics Professor Heading to Ukraine on Fulbright ScholarshipDr. Alex Sich Becomes Fifth Franciscan University of Steubenville Professor to Receive the Prestigious AwardJune 05, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Dr. Alexander Roman Sich, professor of physics and pre-engineering at Franciscan University of Steubenville, was awarded a highly competitive Fulbright Teaching and Research Fellowship that will take him to Ukraine…

Survey Points to Growing Impact of Franciscan University Youth Conferences on Priestly Vocations

Survey Points to Growing Impact of Franciscan University Youth Conferences on Priestly VocationsThe 20 conferences this summer are expected to reach 45,000 youth.May 30, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH — A new report from the Center for Applied Research on the Apostolate (CARA) offers information that highlights Franciscan University of Steubenville’s positive influence on priestly vocations in…

Father Henry Honored by Christendom College

Father Henry Honored by Christendom CollegeFather Henry joins Father Michael Scanlan, TOR, as former Franciscan University presidents so honored.May 23, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH — Father Terence Henry, TOR, chancellor of Franciscan University of Steubenville, received the Pro Deo et Patria Medal at Christendom College’s commencement exercises held May 17. The award acknowledges key individuals who…