A Light for Our Times:
BLESSED KARL OF AUSTRIA
Conference in Washington, D.C. | Oct. 18-20, 2024
Emperor, Military Commander, Husband, Father, Saint—Blessed Karl (Charles) of Austria, the last emperor of the Austro-Hungarian empire, was all these and much more. This unique Conference will be a time of celebration, inspiration, reflection, discussion and prayer in honor of Blessed Karl. In the various events, we will explore how the life and legacy of this saintly ruler—in continuity with other great leaders throughout history—sheds light and inspiration on the challenges we face today. Prominent scholars, clergy, and cultural figures will showcase the radiant witness of his approach to leadership, and how it can help each one of us in our own quest to be wise and faithful leaders.
Below, you will find information concerning our inspiring speakers & participants, our magnificent musical events, and practical details.
PARTICIPANTS
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Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine
GRANDDAUGHTER OF BLESSED KARL
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Charles Coulombe
HISTORIAN, AUTHOR AND BIOGRAPHER OF BLESSED KARL
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Philip Lawler
VETERAN JOURNALIST, FOUNDING EDITOR OF CATHOLIC CULTURE AND CATHOLIC WORLD NEWS
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Suzanne Pearson
DELEGATE FOR THE EMPEROR KARL LEAGUE OF PRAYER TO THE US & CANADA
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Kyle Washut, S.T.L., S.T.M.
PRESIDENT, WYOMING CATHOLIC COLLEGE
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Pavlos Papadopoulos, Ph.D.
PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY, WYOMING CATHOLIC COLLEGE
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Count Mario Festetics de Tolna
SALES CONSULTANT & ORDER OF SAINT GEORGE, COMMANDER–SLAVONIAN COMMANDERY
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Fr. Joseph Matlak
BYZANTINE CATHOLIC PRIEST, INSTRUCTOR, BELMONT ABBEY COLLEGE
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Fr. Benedict Kiely
FOUNDING DIRECTOR OF NASAREAN.ORG
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Paul Jernberg
COMPOSER, DIRECTOR OF MAGNIFICAT INSTITUTE OF SACRED MUSIC, AND WYOMING CATHOLIC COLLEGE CHOIRMASTER
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Fr. Alfredo Porras
UNIVERSITY CHAPLAIN AND MC FOR THE DIOCESE OF WORCESTER, MA
Musical Offerings
Under the direction of Paul Jernberg, the weekend will feature the Wyoming Catholic College Choir, the Cor Unum Artists, a professional choral ensemble based in Washington, DC., and the Washington Chamber Orchestra led by Maestro Jun Kim.
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Pre-Dinner Concert with combined choirs and the Washington Chamber Orchestra, at Eagles' Club in Old Town Alexandria, featuring works by Lassus, Viadana, J.S. Bach, and the Te Deum No. 2 of F.J. Haydn.
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Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo) at St. Mary Mother of God Parish, which will be the occasion for the premiere of the Mass in Honor of Blessed Karl of Austria. The combined choirs will be singing.
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Sung Roman Vespers service led by the Wyoming Catholic College Choir, with musical settings by Paul Jernberg, at the Busch School of Business, Catholic University of America.
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fully sung Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (downstairs Byzantine Chapel), with members of the Wyoming Catholic College Choir.
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Sunday, 10:30 am - Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo) at St. Joseph's on Capitol Hill, with music led by the combined choirs.
Excerpt of the Mass in Honor of Blessed Karl of Austria, by Paul Jernberg, featuring the Cor Unum Artists.
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
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Friday
October 18
Location: The Eagles' Club
1015 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA• 6:45 pm - Pre-Dinner Concert featuring works by Lassus, Viadana, J.S. Bach, and the Te Deum No. 2 of F.J. Haydn.
Performed by:
Wyoming Catholic College Choir
Cor Unum Artists
Paul Jernberg, Director
Washington Chamber Orchestra
Jun Kim, Conductor
• 7:15 pm - Social Hour
• 7:45 pm - Gala Dinner* with featured speaker HIRH Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine
*Business formal attire
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Saturday
October 19
St. Mary Mother of God Church
727 5th St. NW, Washington, DC▪ 10:30 am - Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo), being the occasion for the premiere of the Mass in Honor of Blessed Karl of Austria
▪ 11:45 am - Reception following Mass with Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine, granddaughter of Blessed Karl
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Busch School of Business, CUA
620 Michigan Avenue NE Washington, DC▪ 1:30 - 5:30 pm - Presentations and first panel discussion
- Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine
- Charles Coulombe
- Suzanne Pearson
- Fr. Joseph Matlak
- Kyle Washut, S.T.L.,S.T.M.
Master of Ceremonies:
- Dr. Pavlos Papadopoulos
▪ 5:00 pm - Sung Vespers service composed by Paul Jernberg in honor of Blessed Karl, led by the Wyoming Catholic College Choir
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Sunday
October 20
Byzantine Chapel in the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (lower level) 400 Michigan Avenue NE
Washington, DC▪ 10:00 am - Byzantine Catholic Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom
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St. Joseph's Catholic Church
313 2nd St. NE Washington, DC▪ 10:30 am - Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo)
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Busch School of Business, CUA
620 Michigan Avenue NE Washington, DC▪ 1:30 – 5:30 pm - Presentations, final panel discussion, and conclusion
- Paul von Habsburg
- Philip Lawler
- Count Mario Festetics de Tolna
- Domagoj pl. Jurcevic
- Fr. Benedict Kiely
Master of Ceremonies:
- Dr. Pavlos Papadopoulos
Further Information
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See all locations listed in the above schedule.
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Friday evening formal dinner only: $125
Saturday only: $75
Sunday only: $75
Entire Conference, including Friday formal dinner: $200
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Register for the conference here! For further questions, direct inquiries to Suzanne Pearson at sdpearson@verizon.net
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The Friday Gala dinner at 7:45pm is part of the conference package (more information on it coming soon). Otherwise, meals will be taken independently of the Conference. A list of fine local restaurants will be provided.
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For further information about Blessed Karl, visit emperorcharles.org!
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