Join us in Washington, DC, this October for an unforgettable Conference on Blessed Karl: Emperor, Military Commander, Husband, Father, and Saint. This unique Conference will be a time of celebration, inspiration, reflection, discussion and prayer in honor of Blessed Karl. In the various events, we will explore how the life and legacy of this saintly ruler—in continuity with other great leaders throughout history—shed light and inspiration on the challenges we face today. Prominent scholars, clergy, and cultural figures will showcase the radiant witness of his approach to leadership, and how it can help each one of us in our own quest to be wise and faithful leaders.
Conference Schedule
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6:30 pm Formal Dinner and Concert at the Eagle’s Club*. The concert of combined choirs and the Washington Chamber Orchestra will perform Lassus, Viadana, J.S. Bach, and F.J. Haydn's Te Deum No. 2.
*The Eagle's Club is located at 1015 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA. It is a 15-minute walk from the Kings St. - Old Town Blue & Yellow Line Metro Station or by 5-minute ride via Old Town Trolley or Bus.
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10:30 am - Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo) at Saint Mary Mother of God, 727 Fifth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. The Mass will feature the world premiere of the Mass in Honor of Blessed Karl of Austria by Paul Jernberg. Jernberg composed the work and will serve as conductor at the premiere.
11:45 am Reception in the parish hall following Mass with Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine, granddaughter of Blessed Karl
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm Conference and panel discussion at Della Ratta Auditorium – Maloney Hall, Catholic University of America.*
5:30pm Vespers at Della Ratta Auditorium – Maloney Hall, Catholic University of America.* The sung Roman Vespers service will be led by the Wyoming Catholic College Choir with the musical settings of the text by Paul Jernberg.
*Della Ratta Auditorium – Maloney Hall is located on the campus of Catholic University of America, 620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, D.C. It is 50 yards from the CUA-Brookland Red Line Metro Station.
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9:00 am Byzantine Catholic Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom at the Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine, 4250 Harewood Rd, N.E., Washington, D.C.
or alternatively:
10:30 am Sunday Mass at Saint Joseph’s on Capitol Hill, 313 Second Street, N.E., Washington, D.C.
1:30 pm – 5:00 pm Conference and Panel Discussion at Della Ratta Auditorium – Maloney Hall, Catholic University of America*.
*Della Ratta Auditorium – Maloney Hall is located on the campus of Catholic University of America, 620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, D.C. It is 50 yards from the CUA-Brookland Red Line Metro Station.
Conference Details
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Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine, Granddaughter of Blessed Karl
Charles Coulombe, Historian, Author, and Biographer of Blessed Karl
Philip Lawler, Veteran Journalist and founding editor of Catholic Culture and Catholic World News
Suzanne Pearson, Delegate for the Emperor Karl League of Prayer USA/Canada
Kyle Washut, President, Wyoming Catholic College
Pavlos Papadopoulos, Professor of Political Philosophy, Wyoming Catholic College
Count Mario Festetics de Tolna, Sales Consultant and Order of Saint George, Commander-Slavonian Commandery
Fr. David Anderson, Byzantine Catholic Chaplain, Wyoming Catholic College, Historian and Scholar
Fr. Benedict Kiely, Founder Director of NASAREAN.org
Domagoj pl. Jurcevic, Head of the House of Nobility in Croatia
Paul Jernberg, Composer, Director of Magnificat Institue of Sacred Music, Wyoming Catholic College Choirmaster
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Eagle’s Club, 1015 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA
St. Joseph's on Capitol Hill, 313 2nd St NE, Washington, D.C.
St. Mary Mother of God Parish (location of the Blessed Karl Shrine), 727 5th St NW, Washington, D.C.
The Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine, 4250 Harewood Rd, N.E., Washington, D.C.
Della Ratta Auditorium – Maloney Hall, Catholic University of America, 620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, D.C.
Other locations to be announced!
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The Friday formal dinner at 6:30 pm is part of the conference package.
Coffee and donuts will be provided after the Sunday Mass.
Otherwise, meals will be taken independent of the Conference. A list of fine local restaurants will be provided.
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Friday evening formal dinner only: $125
Saturday only: $75
Sunday only: $75
Entire Conference, including Friday formal dinner: $200
Information & Registration
Click below to learn more and register. For direct inquiries, email Suzanne Pearson.
Sponsored by
Gebetsliga USA / Canada Wyoming Catholic College Magnificat Institute of Sacred Music St. Joseph’s on Capitol Hill St. Mary Mother of God Church