Have you ever considered studying Latin as a way to enhance your understanding of our Church's language and history? Did you study Latin years ago and are interested in refreshing what you already learned? If so, a Latin class this spring may be what you need.
Latin classes are being offered at St. John Cantius Church. The program begins on Sunday, February 3, and runs through April 28, 2019 (there will be no classes on April 14 or April 21 due to Palm Sunday and Easter observances). Each session will meet in the St. John Cantius Canonry at 1025 W. Fry Street in Chicago. You may enter the building from the south door between the Canonry and the Church. There is a fee of $50 for the class, and $50 for the textbook. All students must register on the first day of class.
LATIN I: Beginner (Continued) - Instructor is Rupert J. Ward
For the beginner with no prior Latin study. Classes will cover conjugation of verbs, declension of nouns/adjectives, and an introduction to reading and writing Latin. The textbook is Collin's "A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin." The class will begin with the drills in Unit 7 of the textbook after a review of Units 1-6. Classes will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For information, call Mr. Ward at (872) 221-2469 or write to him at rupertward28@gmail.com.
LATIN II: Intermediate - Instructor Joseph Latham
For the beginner with some previous Latin study. Classes will cover conjugation of verbs, declension of nouns/adjectives, and reading and writing Latin. The textbook is Collin's "A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin." The class will begin with Unit 10 after a review of Units 1-9. Classes will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For information, call Mr. Latham at (773) 213-4213 or write to him at jlatham@luc.edu.
LATIN III: Vergil's Aeneid - Instructor Christopher Jones
The greatest literary masterpiece of ancient Rome has a genius, charm, and pathos. Some knowledge of Latin is required, but the discussion will include sidetracks on Roman culture as well as the book's impact on art, Christian history, and the modern world. The textbook is "Aeneid Books I - VI" edited by Clyde Pharr. Although this class is the second of two semesters studying this book, new students are welcome. The class will meet from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For information, contact Mr. Jones at chris5441@sbcglobal.net