Annual Lenten Lecture: “Lord, Help Me!”

2/20/2014

Riverdale, N.Y. – The University of Mount Saint Vincent presents, “Lord, Help Me! Praying with Dorothy Day this Lent,” with Dianne M. Traflet, J.D., S.T.D., for the annual Lenten Lecture on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. in the President’s Reception Room.

This presentation focuses on Dorothy Day’s Lenten prayer titled, “Lord, Help Me.” There will also be discussion on the various challenges of Dorothy Day’s life and on Cardinal John O’Connor’s description of her as a modern-day saint.

Dianne Traflet is the Associate Dean and Assistant Professor of Pastoral Theology, and Founder and Co-Director of the Institute for Christian Spirituality at the Immaculate Conception Seminary of Seton Hall University.

The event is co-sponsored by the Office of Alumnae/i Relations, Campus Ministry, and the Mission Committee.

About the University of Mount Saint Vincent
Founded in 1847 by the Sisters of Charity, the University of Mount Saint Vincent offers nationally recognized liberal arts education and a select array of professional fields of study on a landmark campus overlooking the Hudson River. Committed to the education of the whole person, and enriched by the unparalleled cultural, educational and career opportunities of New York City, the College equips students with the knowledge, skills and experiences necessary for lives of achievement, professional accomplishment and leadership in the 21st century.