Thursday, Nov. 16
4 to 6 p.m.
University Center, Conference Room A 

The Escobedo Saint John’s Bible Lecture Series presents: Turning Cheeks? Blue Beetle and Religious Symbols: An Immersive Lecture Experience on Thursday, Nov. 16, 4 to 6 p.m. in the University Center, Conference Room A.

Guest speaker Neomi De Anda, Ph.D., from the University of Dayton will lead this engaging presentation.

This interactive lecture experience will use religious imagery presented in the movie Blue Beetle to discuss Matthew 5:39, “But I say to you, Do not resist the evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also;” (NRSV). Come prepared to listen to a short lecture, engage in an interactive exhibit, and contribute to a pastoral y teología de y en conjunto. Expect a few surprises and door prizes as well."

The Center for Catholic Studies has partnered with Student Life to provide movie showings on Wednesday, Nov. 15, of the movie Blue Beetle in the University Center, Conference Room A. Times will vary and will be advertised soon.

The Escobedo Saint John’s Bible Lecture Series brings to campus biblical scholars whose pursuit of knowledge demonstrates the complementarity of faith and reason illuminated by the artwork of The Saint John’s Bible. Exemplifying the richness of the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, it enhances both the intellectual development and spiritual growth of our students.

For more information, contact the Center for Catholic Studies at [email protected].