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Thank you for all you've helped the St. Paul Center accomplish in 2015! Dear Friend in Christ, Peace and greetings to you and your family. On behalf of our entire team at the St. Paul Center I want to wish you a Merry Christmas and an outpouring of blessings in the Church’s Year of Mercy. God has worked wonders for us since last Christmas — and the wonders show no sign of slowing down or letting up. So I’m taking this time, at Christmas, to thank you. You’ve helped make this our greatest year yet. This year the Center doubled in size with the addition of Emmaus Road Publishing. This expands our mission to include publishing books, not just writing them. Also this year we released our first-ever Journey Through Scripture Bible study on video, “The Bible and the Virgin Mary.” In just these few weeks since it came out hundreds of people have accessed the study. This is part of a bigger plan to take our life-transforming Bible studies to as many people as possible all over the world. You’re making it possible. This year we expanded the scope and reach of our academic publications. We now publish two of the most important scholarly journals in the Catholic world: Nova et Vetera, the premiere journal of Catholic Theology and, of course, Letter & Spirit: A Journal of Catholic Biblical Theology, which we founded more than a decade ago. Both periodicals have been crucial in forming the next generation of seminarians, priests, and bishops. With your support, we’re reaching into universities and seminaries, homes and parishes. We’re also reaching into prison cellblocks, where our Bible studies and other resources have proven immensely popular. We’re happy we can help so many prisoners experience God’s mercy in the coming year. I draw energy for this work from all the letters you send us … your prayer requests … your notes of encouragement … and your generous contributions. We want to help ALL Catholics have their hearts set on fire as they read the Bible from the heart of the Church. We want their eyes to be opened in the breaking of the Eucharistic bread, just like the disciples on the road to Emmaus. I cannot thank you enough for making all of this possible. But there is still so much left to do. Please keep us in your prayers. And please consider making a gift before the year comes to an end. Your generous support, when combined with the gifts of many others, will make a huge difference, and empower us to expand our work to reach more people than ever. I’m so grateful for you and the blessing you’ve been… and I pray that the Lord will continue to bless you in 2016. In Christ, Dr. Scott Hahn President P.S. It's easy to click on this link to make a credit card donation on our secure online donation page.   Connect with the St. Paul Center on Facebook! Share Tweet +1 Share Forward to Friend

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A King to Behold

A King to Behold: Scott Hahn Reflects on the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord
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Readings:
Isaiah 60:1-6
Psalm 72:-12,7-8, 10-13
Ephesians 3:2-3,5-6
Matthew 2:1-12

An "epiphany" is an appearance. In today's readings, with their rising stars, splendorous lights and mysteries revealed, the face of the child born on Christmas day appears.

Herod, in today's Gospel, asks the chief priests and scribes where the Messiah is to be born. The answer Matthew puts on their lips says much more, combining two strands of Old Testament promise - one revealing the Messiah to be from the line of David (see 2 Samuel 2:5), the other predicting "a ruler of Israel" who will "shepherd his flock" and whose "greatness shall reach to the ends of the earth" (see Micah 5:1-3).

Those promises of Israel's king ruling the nations resound also in today's Psalm. The psalm celebrates David's son, Solomon. His kingdom, we sing, will stretch "to the ends of the earth," and the world's kings will pay Him homage. That's the scene too in today's First Reading, as nations stream from the East, bearing "gold and frankincense" for Israel's king.

The Magi's pilgrimage in today's Gospel marks the fulfillment of God's promises. The Magi, probably Persian astrologers, are following the star that Balaam predicted would rise along with the ruler's staff over the house of Jacob (see Numbers 24:17).

Laden with gold and spices, their journey evokes those made to Solomon by the Queen of Sheba and the "kings of the earth" (see 1 Kings 10:2,25; 2 Chronicles 9:24). Interestingly, the only other places where frankincense and myrrh are mentioned together are in songs about Solomon (see Song of Songs 3:6, 4:6,14).

One greater than Solomon is here (see Luke 11:31). He has come to reveal that all peoples are "co-heirs" of the royal family of Israel, as today's Epistle teaches.

His manifestation forces us to choose: Will we follow the signs that lead to Him as the wise Magi did? Or will we be like those priests and the scribes who let God's words of promise become dead letters on an ancient page?

Yours in Christ,



Scott Hahn, Ph.D.

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Join Scott Hahn

Dear Friends, On Sunday, November 8, the St. Paul Center will be hosting a special evening at the beautiful University of St. Mary of the Lake Conference Center in Mundelein, IL. Join me for a social hour with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres followed by my keynote address. I’ll also provide an update on the St. Paul Center’s recent accomplishments and our exciting plans for the future.  For more information Call the St. Paul Center at 740.264.9535 Evening Reception and Keynote Address Date: Sunday, November 8th, 2015 Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Venue: University of St. Mary of the Lake Conference Center Situated on the campus of University of St. Mary of the Lake in northern Chicago. Individual Ticket for $50 Includes: Social with Scott Hahn Cocktail reception & Hors d'oeuvres Keynote Address by Scott Hahn FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE ST PAUL CENTER AT 740-264-9535 OR JONATHANMCGOVERN@STPAULCENTER.COM TO SPONSOR THE EVENT CONTACT KENBALDWIN@STPAULCENTER.COM If you are interested in supporting the mission of the St. Paul Center, but cannot attend the event, you can donate using the form below, and we'll send you a special free CD. Thank you so much. We hope to see you soon! There are rooms available through the conference center if you need accomadations for the evening.  Contact the conference center at 847-566-8290

Join Scott Hahn at the SPC Gala on October 22nd and November 8th!

Join me for our annual SPC gala!

Dear Friends, Grace to you in our Lord Jesus Christ! Only two weeks to go until our Annual Gala Dinner—and we are almost sold out! Kimberly and I are thrilled that so many of you will be joining us to celebrate the St. Paul Center and all the great work we've accomplished together this past year.   At the Gala on  October 22  in Pittsburgh, I'll speak on how the Word of God can illuminate the struggles of our cultural moment. There are still a few seats left if you're considering attending this spectacular evening of fellowship and thanksgiving. Be sure to register now for our Annual Gala dinner at the beautiful Lemont Restaurant in Pittsburgh. We hope to see you soon! P.S. Can't make it to Pittsburgh? I'll be in Chicago November 8. Please let your friends and relatives in the Chicago area know! FOR MORE INFORMATION Please contact the St. Paul Center at 740-264-9535or email jonathanmcgovern@stpaulcenter.com TO SPONSOR THE EVENT kenbaldwin@stpaulcenter.com

Join the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology at our 2nd Annual Gala dinner in Pittsburgh, PA on October 22. Enjoy an evening of fellowship at Lemont Restaurant as we celebrate the success of the previous year, including our completion of the first Journey Through Scripture video presentation: The Bible and the Virgin Mary. Seats are filling up fast, so be sure to register today. For more information contact the St. Paul Center office at 740-264-9535 or email jonathanmcgovern@stpaulcenter.com. Join Dr. Scott Hahn and the St. Paul Center for a special evening in Chicago on Sunday, November 8. The event will be held at the University of St. Mary of the Lake Conference Center in Mundelein, IL, and will feature a social with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres followed by a keynote talk by Dr. Hahn. Come and learn more about the St. Paul Center and its future plans. For more information regarding the reception please contact our St. Paul Center office at 740-264-9535.

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Emmaus Road initiatives so far this summer.

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Emmaus Road Summer Newsletter Dear Friends, “Grace to you and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Thess 1:2). I’m pleased to announce that the St. Paul Center's recent acquisition of Emmaus Road Publishing has yielded an abundance of fruit this summer! With our new publishing arm, we’ve launched important new books, including: Fulfilled in Christ, Authority of Women, and Head & Heart. Each of these titles responds to a different need in the Church today and I recommend them wholeheartedly. This summer, we also became the publisher of Nova et Vetera, a peer-reviewed journal which “provides an international forum for theological and philosophical studies from a Thomistic perspective.” Please visit NVJournal.net if you’re interested in subscribing. As always, we thank you for your support of the St. Paul Center and Emmaus Road and ask for your continued prayers. Please be assured of ours! P.S. Head over to EmmausRoad.org for our Back to School Sale! Get 20% off select titles. See all deals

St. Paul Center - The Bible and Prayer in Houston, TX

The St. Paul Center's Journey Through Scripture parish Bible study, The Bible and Prayer is being presented in Houston, TX Dear Friend in Christ, Beginning Tuesday evening February 10th 2015 and Thursday morning February 12th The Bible and Prayer, the newest scripture study from the St. Paul Center's Journey Through Scripture parish-based Bible study program, is being presented in Houston, TX. Journey Through Scripture is a dynamic, parish-based Bible study series incorporating live presentation, multimedia, small group discussion and some outside reading.  It’s a way for ordinary Catholics to grow in their knowledge of the Scriptures and deepen their understanding of the riches of the Catholic faith. The Bible and Prayer explores the human quest for God, unveiling the true nature of prayer: what it is, how it works, and the bountiful blessings available to those who walk the path of intimacy with God. It looks at the prayer lives of the towering figures of salvation history in both the Old and New Testaments showing the different forms our communication with God can take. Decidedly practical, The Bible and Prayer also examines the ins and outs of the three types or modes of prayer every Catholic is called to engage in: vocal prayer, meditation, and contemplation. Lectio Divina, Liturgy of the Hours, and many other essential characteristics of prayer are also covered. The study culminates in an exploration of the prayer life of Jesus Christ, the ultimate example of how to commune with our Father. The goal of The Bible and Prayer is to help Catholics begin a process on earth that leads to nothing less than sharing in the divinity of God in heaven. (2 Pt 1:4) There will be two studies offered. One is on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. beginning February 10th. The other will be on Thursday mornings at 10:00 a.m. beginning February 12th.  The Bible study will be held at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church (11507 Huffmeister Road, Houston, TX 77065) in Room 201. The course will run for six sessions that are consecutive, so please try and make the first lesson to get your materials. The registration is $30 and includes a participant workbook for the study.  Register online at www.ctcc.com or print off a registration form to turn in to the Parish Office.   Registration deadline is February 2nd. For more information contact Deacon Jack Alexander  (jalexander@ctrcc.com.) Join us as we enter into the Word of God and prepare to share it with the world. The New Evangelization is here…So we hope to see you there! Yours in Christ, Scott Hahn, Ph.D.

Our mailing address is: St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology 1468 Parkview Circle Steubenville, Ohio 43952

Thank you for helping the St. Paul Center continue its work in 2014

Dear Friend in Christ, On behalf of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, thank you for your support, encouragement and prayers in 2014. They've helped us make a difference in the lives of thousands of fellow Catholics, helping them to rediscover the transforming power of God’s Word. The calendar year is ending tomorrow night—the last opportunity to make a tax-deductible donation. It is very important that we begin 2015 with as strong a financial foundation as possible. On average, non-profits raise 20% of their annual funds in the last few days of the year. Please click here to give a gift before the year ends! Since I founded the St. Paul Center more than ten years ago, over four dozen of the best Scripture scholars in the country have joined me in laying the foundations for a new generation of biblical scholarship. Together, we’re working towards the day when the best Bible studies in your town, the best teaching in your town, and the best preaching in your town will all be found at your local Catholic parish. None of this would be possible without your support. On behalf of the staff of the St. Paul Center, please accept our heart-felt gratitude and prayers. Wishing you and yours a very Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year, In Christ, Dr. Scott Hahn President P.S. I invite you to view my video "Thank You" message below, where I review the year's accomplishments, made possible by the help of supporters like yourself, and God's Grace. Please continue to bless our work with your prayers, and please click here to make your most generous, tax deductible gift today.     Connect with the St. Paul Center on Facebook! Share Tweet +1 Share Forward to Friend