Lewis University: A Leading Catholic and Lasallian University Near Chicago, Illinois

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Signum Fidei Lecture

The Francis Revolution: Taking Stock of the New Pope at Year One

Featuring John L. Allen, Jr., Veteran Vatican Correspondent

Veteran Vatican correspondent John L. Allen Jr., who also serves as the senior Vatican analyst for CNN, will step through the most important twists in the evolving saga of Pope Francis and his impact on both the Church and the world of his times, arguing that it adds up to a revolution in Catholic life. Allen covered the resignation of Benedict XVI and the election of Francis from Rome, has spent time in Argentina developing background on the new pope, has covered Francis’ major trips and decisions, and also has interviewed all the major figures on the Roman scene with insight into the Francis revolution.

Free and open to public.

Thursday, March 20, 2014.
2:00-3:15 p.m.

St. Charles Borromeo Center Chapel
Lewis University Main Campus
101 W. Airport Road
Romeoville, IL 60446

For more information or for group reservations: (815) 836-5786 or cms@lewisu.edu.