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Institute for Faith & Culture: Jon M. Sweeney

February 23, 2026

King University’s Institute for Faith & Culture welcomes Jon M. Sweeney, award‑winning author and scholar on Franciscan spirituality, for a day of reflection on medieval faith and its meaning today.

Morning Session (9:15 a.m.):

  • Location: King University Memorial Chapel
  • Topic: What Does a Medieval European Saint (Francis of Assisi) Have to Do With Your Life Today?

Evening Session (7 p.m.):

  • Location: Central Presbyterian Church, Bristol, Va.
  • Topic: Why Francis of Assisi Matters Especially Now