Fr. Matt O’Donnell to Conclude 2015 Theology on Tap

South Side Theology on Tap continues this Sunday night, August 2 at St. Bernadette in Evergreen Park. Theology on Tap is an archdiocesan-wide speaker series for those in their 20s and 30s.

This weekend will feature Fr. Matthew O’Donnell, who will present “Living Charity and Mercy in Our Daily Lives.” Fr. O’Donnell is the pastor of St. Columbanus in Chicago.

The evening begins at 6:00 PM with free dinner and drinks, and free childcare is available.

St. Bernadette is located at 9343 S. Francisco in Evergreen Park. For more information, email southsideTOT@gmail.com or call 708.422.8995.

Theology on Tap 2015 Off to a Successful Start

Dr. Andrea Stapleton, director of Mercy Heritage and Mission Integration at St. Xavier University, presented at week 1 of Theology on Tap.

Sunday, July 27

South Side Theology on Tap Continues this Sunday: South Side Theology on Tap continues this Sunday night, July 27 at St. Bernadette in Evergreen Park. Theology on Tap is an archdiocesan-wide speaker series for those in their 20s and 30s. 

 

This weekend will feature Fr. Michael Scherschel, who will present “Discerning God’s Call.” Fr. Scherschel has served as St. William Parish in Chicago and as Associate Vocation Director in Vicariate IV for the Archdiocese. Before entering the seminary, Fr. Scherschel worked in advertising as a specialist in Broadcast Business Affairs. Currently, he is a member of the formation faculty and serves as the Director of Recruiting.

 

The evening begins at 6:30 PM with free dinner and drinks, and free childcare is available. 

 

St. Bernadette is located at 2851 W. 93rd St in Evergreen Park. For more information, email Mark Wilkey at southsideTOT@gmail.com or Tom McNamara at tmcnama2@gmail.com.

South Side TOT 2014

Come Out for the Last SSTOT Session of the Summer!

The last South Side Theology on Tap session will be held on Sunday, July 29 at 6:30 PM at St. Bernadette.  Fr. Britto Berchmans will present “Emotionally Intelligent Relationships.”  Fr. Britto Berchmans is pastor of St. Paul of the Cross Parish in Park Ridge. He received a Ph.D. in mass communication from the Univ. of Illinois, and holds Masters Degrees in physics, journalism and theology.  He speaks extensively on relationships, spirituality, personal growth and marriage.

Hosted by the parishes of the southwest side and suburbs, South Side Theology on Tap is a four-week conversation series for those college-aged and in their 20s and 30s.  The South Side Theology on Tap committee invites all college-aged and in their 20s and 30s to come out for engaging conversation and south side hospitality!

Held at parishes and universities throughout the world, Theology on Tap began in the Chicago area in 1981.  Theology on Tap brings those college-aged and in their 20s and 30s into dialogue with questions about faith and meaning.  South Side Theology on Tap continues the TOT tradition of offering excellent speakers whose messages resonate with young adults.

South Side Theology on Tap is held on the north lawn of St. Bernadette Catholic Academy, located at 93rd and Francisco in Evergreen Park.  All college-aged and in their 20s and 30s are welcome, and there is no cost to attend.  Enjoy free dinner, beer, and wine; reconnect with neighbors; and meet new friends.  Food and drinks are served at 6:30 PM, and our speakers begin at 7:30.  Visit southsideTOT.wordpress.com or email southsideTOT@gmail.com for more information.  Like South Side Theology on Tap on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SouthSideTOT, and follow us on Twitter @SouthSideTOT.

Thanks to Fox’s Beverly!

Thanks to Fox’s Beverly for their generous discount for South Side Theology on Tap’s catering menu last week.

Be sure to thank them for their generosity to South Side Theology on Tap and St. Bernadette Parish next time you visit or order carry-out or delivery.

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Where is South Side Theology on Tap?

South Side Theology on Tap is held on the north lawn of St. Bernadette Catholic Academy, located at 93rd and Francisco in Evergreen Park.

So, What Exactly is Theology on Tap?

Were you invited to a South Side Theology on Tap session, but you’re not exactly sure what Theology on Tap is?  RENEW International gives a great description of Theology on Tap:

What is […] Theology on Tap?

[…] Theology on Tap is a program through which the Catholic church seeks to engage young adults in their 20s and 30s. It is centered around a series of events held in a casual setting such as a restaurant, bar, or parish hall where young adults are invited to listen to a speaker, share faith, and dialogue with people who share similar values and experiences. The objective of […] Theology on Tap is to provide an opportunity for Catholic parishes and groups to share the richness of Catholic faith with young adults, and offer a setting where people of similar values and faith can gather in a peer community. […]

Who are young adults?

Young adults are those in theirin their 20s and 30s, married, single, or single again, with or without children.

What can I expect to happen at a […] Theology on Tap Event?

You can expect a warm and friendly greeting from a team of young adults. You can expect to meet a few people whose beliefs and values are similar to your own. You can expect a powerful speaker ready to challenge you and make you think about topics of faith and daily life. You can expect meaningful discussion and a chance to share your thoughts and experiences. Read more about Theology on Tap Events.

What are popular speaker topics?

Dynamic speakers address real-world topics that challenge young adults to greater faith and a deeper relationship with God. Some titles of past events include, “The Young Adult Experience: Strategies for the Young Adult Years,” ” Recognizing God in Everyday Events: Is There More Than Meets the Eye?”, “The Challenge of Jesus: Is He the One or Should I Look for Another?”, “Why Bother With the Church: Especially the Catholic Church?”. All talks present solid Catholic teachings in a manner relevant and compelling to young adults.

What if I am no longer in my 20s or 30s, can I attend an event?
RENEW Theology on Tap offers events for those in their 20s and 30s. If you are not part of this age group, there may be other ways for you to participate such as:

• Tell your young adult friends, relatives, and coworkers about events
• Suggest the names of great speakers to parish leaders

Learn more about how to stay involved.

Does the Catholic Church approve of […]Theology on Tap?

Yes. According to the pastoral letter “Sons and Daughters of the Light,” the United States Bishop’s Conference calls us to, “Connect young adults to Jesus Christ, the Church, the mission of the Church in the world, and to a peer community in which their faith is nourished and strengthened.” Theology on Tap is a program which does just that, and has been successfully evangelizing throughout the Church for over thirty years. In addition, Theology on Tap programs around the country have had their local Bishops as speakers, and have highlighted the value and importance of young adult ministry through Theology on Tap.

Is […] Theology on Tap only for Catholics?

Many non-Catholics attend […] Theology on Tap events, and some non-Catholic churches even run their own series. […] Theology on Tap is a Catholic program, but is welcoming to non-Catholic young adults who wish to attend. If your group is not Catholic but wishes to use […] Theology on Tap, we would work with you, and discuss what you’ll need to do to make it happen.

Can I drink alcohol at […] Theology on Tap events?
Do I have to?

Most […] Theology on Tap venues have a variety of beverages to choose from, including alcohol. You are free to drink or not. […] Theology on Tap does not promote drinking, but strives to meet young adults where there are, and many gather in bars and restaurants to eat, drink, and socialize.

(Material courtesy of RENEW International, http://www.renewtot.org/)

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