Harvard Chaplains

Harvard Chaplains is the umbrella organization of 40 chaplains representing 25 of the world's traditions, united in their commitment to serving Harvard's diverse student communities.

"What's Sex Got to Do With It?"
This year's Lenten Speaker Series looks at sex and sexual ethics. Co-sponsored by the Episcopal Chaplaincy and The Memorial Church.

Thursdays during Lent; February 18 - March 25
8:00 p.m.
Pusey Room, The Memorial Church
Harvard Yard

February 18
"From Humanae vitae to Hook-ups: The Generation Gap in Catholic Sexual Teaching"
Lisa S. Cahill
Department of Theology, Boston College
J. Donald Monan Professor, Department of Theology, Boston College

February 25
“Friendship and Intimacy”
Stephanie A. Paulsell
Houghton Professor of the Practice of Ministry Studies, Harvard University

March 4
“Can’t Get No Satisfaction: Why Christians Can’t Agree About Sex”
Dale B. Martin
Woolsey Professor of Religious Studies Director of Graduate Studies, Yale University

March 11
“Sex after 50: A Jewish View of Marital Intimacy without Procreation”
Rabbi Benjamin Greenberg
Orthodox Rabbinic Advisor, Harvard Hillel

March 25
“Same-Sex Marriage and the Prospects for Christian Ethics"
Mark D. Jordan
R. R. Niebuhr Professor of Divinity, Harvard Divinity School

Rabbi Ben Greenberg's Book
Twitter Torah: Thoughts on the Hebrew Bible in 140 Characters or Less

A collection of thoughts on the Torah contributed by seven authors from across the Jewish spectrum. The unique aspect of the book is that it is centered on the medium of Twitter and no individual thought is any longer than 140 characters.

Humanist Chaplain Greg Epstein's Book
Good Without God

ARCHIVE: "On Faith" at Harvard
September 23, 2008
Panel discussion
Washington Post journalist Sally Quinn interviewed Harvard students on campus as part of a day of inquiry and celebration, focusing on the role religion plays in their lives.

Watch videos of the interviews, held at
Harvard Hillel

Complete listing of the day's events

HARVARD STUDENTS
Harvard students may notify us of their interest in one of our chaplains here.

Meet a Chaplain

Video clips of many of our chaplains. Learn more about what a Harvard chaplain does and hear some amusing anecdotes along the way!

Chaplain
Dr. Bernard Steinberg
Hillel Foundation (Jewish)

Bernie is the President and Director of Harvard Hillel. His life-work is devoted to fostering interaction between diverse kinds of Jews; between different generations; and between the academy and the community at large. His educational career focuses on making the classical sources of Judaism accessible and relevant, on leadership education, and on the exploration of Jewish identity in Israel. He received his B.A. in literature from Wesleyan University, an M.A. in contemporary Jewish thought from Brandeis University, and a Ph.D. in Jewish philosophy from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His doctorate explores the relationship between the philosophy of Maimonides and modern Jewish thought.

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Chaplaincy
Catholic Student Center

The Catholic Chaplaincy offers a dynamic array of spiritual, intellectual and social opportunities for students.

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