Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum
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The Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum (Ateneo Pontificio Regina Apostolorum) is an educational institute of the Roman Catholic Church
in Rome.
It is sponsored by the Legionaries of Christ and the lay ecclesial movement
, Regnum Christi
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on 15 September 1993. On 11 July 1998, Pope John Paul II
gave permission for the institution to style itself as a Pontifical University and on 3 September 2004 it received the "definitive decree of canonical status".
In 1999 the Congregation for Catholic Education finalised cooperative arrangements with the Institute of Our Lady of Thornwood in Thornwood, New York
. Students can now complete degrees by studying at both institutions.
Students are required to acquire a precise knowledge of Catholic doctrine, to explain it, defend it with clarity and converse with other Christians and contemporaries.
are oriented towards finding solutions to pressing problems of mankind. It seeks to demonstrate the consistency of the demands of philosophical reason to the Christian vision and offer a rational instrument suited to theological speculation, to dialogue with today's pluralistic world. The mission of the Faculty is threefold:
offers a complete college cycle with its three degrees: bachelor, licentiate, doctorate. The purpose of the Faculty is to train professionals capable of engaging with competence in the face of many difficult ethical issues that continually arise in the field of biological and biomedical sciences, with respect for human dignity and the protection of life of every individual, from conception to natural death.
The Faculty also offers a Master in Bioethics and highly specialized International courses in the summer.
Among the programs, a course on exorcism has gained much attention, as it served for the basis of a book on the same topic by Reverend Gary Thomas.
of John Paul II, is committed to the research and teaching of the themes concerning the relationship between science and faith, to provide answers to new and urgent ethical and anthropological questions that the continuous development of science and technology has raised, trying to propose, through its teaching and research, meeting points for dialogue and common search for truth.
The Institute organizes research seminars, training courses, conferences, symposia and meetings on the issues around the relationship between science and faith.
among the clergy
. It is mainly oriented to training and support in the perseverance of priests through the exchange of practical experiences and proposals for pastoral moments of fraternity and communion.
, to encourageo a broad exchange of ideas and sharing of different experiences through dialogue between the institutions of higher education in different countries, especially developing countries. The UNESCO Chair provides a space for reflection, study and information on the principles of bioethics in science, medicine and new technologies, in light of the Universal Declaration on Bioethics and Human Rights UNESCO. Through holistic education, research and information, the Chair will contribute to the recognition and promotion of a comprehensive and integral vision of bioethics, bringing to light the universal values and principles and their legal implications in relation to human rights.
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, to assess the value of the United Nations
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
.
On 27 October 2008, the University dedicated a new Library to Pope Pius XII
.
Roman Catholic Church
The Catholic Church, also known as the Roman Catholic Church, is the world's largest Christian church, with over a billion members. Led by the Pope, it defines its mission as spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ, administering the sacraments and exercising charity...
in Rome.
It is sponsored by the Legionaries of Christ and the lay ecclesial movement
Roman Catholic lay ecclesial movement
Lay ecclesial movements are one form of associations of the faithful of the Catholic Church.Associations of the faithful are groups of baptized Catholics, clerics or laity or both together, who jointly foster a more perfect life or promote public worship or Christian teaching, or who devote...
, Regnum Christi
Regnum Christi
Regnum Christi is an international Roman Catholic lay ecclesial movement associated with the Legion of Christ, founded by Fr. Marcial Maciel. Regnum Christi is dedicated to promoting the Catholic faith. Their motto is "Love Christ, Serve People, Build the Church."-History:The first draft of the...
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History
The University was officially founded by the Congregation for Catholic EducationCongregation for Catholic Education
The Congregation for Catholic Education is the Pontifical congregation of the Roman Curia responsible for: seminaries and houses of formation of...
on 15 September 1993. On 11 July 1998, Pope John Paul II
Pope John Paul II
Blessed Pope John Paul II , born Karol Józef Wojtyła , reigned as Pope of the Catholic Church and Sovereign of Vatican City from 16 October 1978 until his death on 2 April 2005, at of age. His was the second-longest documented pontificate, which lasted ; only Pope Pius IX ...
gave permission for the institution to style itself as a Pontifical University and on 3 September 2004 it received the "definitive decree of canonical status".
In 1999 the Congregation for Catholic Education finalised cooperative arrangements with the Institute of Our Lady of Thornwood in Thornwood, New York
Thornwood, New York
Thornwood is an unincorporated hamlet and census-designated place in the town of Mount Pleasant in Westchester County, New York. The population was 3,759 at the 2010 census.-History:...
. Students can now complete degrees by studying at both institutions.
Faculties
Theology
The Faculty of Theology aims to deepen the mystery of God and His plan of salvation in Jesus Christ, revealed in Sacred Scripture and transmitted by the Church.Students are required to acquire a precise knowledge of Catholic doctrine, to explain it, defend it with clarity and converse with other Christians and contemporaries.
Philosophy
The academic activities of the Faculty of PhilosophyPhilosophy
Philosophy is the study of general and fundamental problems, such as those connected with existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language. Philosophy is distinguished from other ways of addressing such problems by its critical, generally systematic approach and its reliance on rational...
are oriented towards finding solutions to pressing problems of mankind. It seeks to demonstrate the consistency of the demands of philosophical reason to the Christian vision and offer a rational instrument suited to theological speculation, to dialogue with today's pluralistic world. The mission of the Faculty is threefold:
- provide training in serious and organic formation in philosophy;
- prepare students to approach the study of theology in a rigorous and deep way;
- answer the call of the new evangelization and the questions posed by the contemporary culture.
Bioethics
As the first of its kind, the Faculty of BioethicsBioethics
Bioethics is the study of controversial ethics brought about by advances in biology and medicine. Bioethicists are concerned with the ethical questions that arise in the relationships among life sciences, biotechnology, medicine, politics, law, and philosophy....
offers a complete college cycle with its three degrees: bachelor, licentiate, doctorate. The purpose of the Faculty is to train professionals capable of engaging with competence in the face of many difficult ethical issues that continually arise in the field of biological and biomedical sciences, with respect for human dignity and the protection of life of every individual, from conception to natural death.
The Faculty also offers a Master in Bioethics and highly specialized International courses in the summer.
Programs
The Athenaeum runs a number of world-renowned programs.Among the programs, a course on exorcism has gained much attention, as it served for the basis of a book on the same topic by Reverend Gary Thomas.
Institute Fides et Ratio
The Institute Fides et Ratio (Institute for Faith and Science), which is based on the guidelines proposed by the encyclical Fides et RatioFides et Ratio
Fides et Ratio is an encyclical promulgated by Pope John Paul II on 14 September 1998. It deals primarily with the relationship between faith and reason....
of John Paul II, is committed to the research and teaching of the themes concerning the relationship between science and faith, to provide answers to new and urgent ethical and anthropological questions that the continuous development of science and technology has raised, trying to propose, through its teaching and research, meeting points for dialogue and common search for truth.
The Institute organizes research seminars, training courses, conferences, symposia and meetings on the issues around the relationship between science and faith.
Institute for Advanced Studies on Women
The Institute for Advanced Studies on Women, founded in 2003, is the first Italian center for systematic studies on women, in promoting a Christian view of femininity and dignity of women in an educational, intellectual, human and social order to increase the presence and influence of women in society.Sacerdos Institute
The mission of the Sacerdos Institute is to promote a spirituality of communionCommunion
Communion may refer to:*Communion , the relationship between Christians as individuals or Churches*Full communion, a term used when two distinct Christian Churches say they are sharing the same communion...
among the clergy
Clergy
Clergy is the generic term used to describe the formal religious leadership within a given religion. A clergyman, churchman or cleric is a member of the clergy, especially one who is a priest, preacher, pastor, or other religious professional....
. It is mainly oriented to training and support in the perseverance of priests through the exchange of practical experiences and proposals for pastoral moments of fraternity and communion.
Institute of Bioethics and Human Rights
A chair was created, in 2010, in partnership with the UNESCOUNESCO
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations...
, to encourageo a broad exchange of ideas and sharing of different experiences through dialogue between the institutions of higher education in different countries, especially developing countries. The UNESCO Chair provides a space for reflection, study and information on the principles of bioethics in science, medicine and new technologies, in light of the Universal Declaration on Bioethics and Human Rights UNESCO. Through holistic education, research and information, the Chair will contribute to the recognition and promotion of a comprehensive and integral vision of bioethics, bringing to light the universal values and principles and their legal implications in relation to human rights.
Fidelis Institute of Economic Ethics
The Fidelis Institute of Economic Ethics is a center of research in applied ethics that aspires to promote an integrated vision of economic action that respects the dignity of the person directed toward the common good. It is part of an international network of research centers, the Fidelis International Institute for Business EthicsBusiness ethics
Business ethics is a form of applied ethics or professional ethics that examines ethical principles and moral or ethical problems that arise in a business environment. It applies to all aspects of business conduct and is relevant to the conduct of individuals and entire organizations.Business...
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Journals
The Athenaeum operates 3 academic journals:- Studia Bioethica is published as a quarterly. It contains articles and other contributions on themes or topics of bioethics and biomedicine biogiuridica, analyzed in their ethical implications.
- Ecclesia is a Catholic culture magazine, founded in 1987, as a magazine in Spanish, with an occasional article in Italian. The magazine is published quarterly.
- Alpha Omega is a quarterly journal published by the faculty of philosophy and theology at the Pontifical University Regina Apostolorum. The Alpha Omega magazine comes out with quarterly periodicity and publishes articles in 5 languages: Italian, Spanish, English, French and German.
Activities
On 19 May 2008, the University hosted a conference, organised by the Embassy of the United States to the Holy SeeEmbassy of the United States to the Holy See
The Embassy of the United States of America to the Holy See is the American diplomatic mission to the Holy See . Formal diplomatic relations with the Holy See were established in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan and Pope John Paul II...
, to assess the value of the United Nations
United Nations
The United Nations is an international organization whose stated aims are facilitating cooperation in international law, international security, economic development, social progress, human rights, and achievement of world peace...
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a declaration adopted by the United Nations General Assembly . The Declaration arose directly from the experience of the Second World War and represents the first global expression of rights to which all human beings are inherently entitled...
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On 27 October 2008, the University dedicated a new Library to Pope Pius XII
Pope Pius XII
The Venerable Pope Pius XII , born Eugenio Maria Giuseppe Giovanni Pacelli , reigned as Pope, head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City State, from 2 March 1939 until his death in 1958....
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