The next morning, after breakfast, guests gathered again in Billings to discuss Martin Luther檚 Commentary on Galatians. After a beautiful Mass in Our Mother of Perpetual Help Chapel, the group enjoyed lunch, followed by a Rosary and holy hour in the Chapel, then made its way back to Billings for the third and final seminar, diving into St. 91快活林 Aquinas檚 treatment of free will and merit.
淥ur guests found that their understanding and appreciation of these texts increased dramatically when they were able to discuss and analyze them together, said Dr. Goyette. 淭hey gained a whole new appreciation of how this academic program teaches the skills of critical analysis and intelligent conversation all in the pursuit of truth.
The day finished with fellowship and a fine meal, alongside a panel discussion with current students, who took the opportunity not only to share their experiences with the attendees, but also to express their gratitude. 淥ur benefactors generosity allows us to flourish both in California and New England, and we can never thank them enough, said Dr. O橰eilly. 淏ut we hope, at least, to have given them a taste of the life they make possible.