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Theology on Tap - Immigration and Catholic Social Teaching

  • Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road West Hartford, CT, 06107 United States (map)

Immigration and Catholic Social Teaching

Theology on Tap Series

Thursday, July 27, 2023
6:00 to 8:00 P.M.
Matthew Clayton

In this final session of our four-part series, we will celebrate, empower, and foster community among Young Adults (ages 21-39) in the Church. For each installment of the program, we will share a meal and hear an engaging presentation on the relationship between faith and justice. All of which will be paired with a variety of beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic (including local craft beer) in our beautiful new outdoor pavilion.  Walk-in registrations are welcome with payment by cash, check, or Venmo, but please register in advance (for our planning purposes) if you are able. The $15 registration fee includes dinner and 2 beverages from the bar.  Register in advance for all four sessions for $50.  If you are interested in this series but unable to pay the full offering, please contact Noel Terranova for scholarship information at nterranova@holyfamilyretreat.org.

Dinner this evening will be: Cous Cous Garbanzo Grain Bowl (+roasted sweet potato, grilled pork & avocado crema)

Offering: $15, includes dinner and 2 beverages from the bar


Presenter Profile

Matthew Clayton

Matthew Clayton is a Paralegal at Apostle Immigrant Services and a member of the Holy Family Sunday evening worshipping community.  Since 2008, Apostle Immigrant Services has worked with immigrants in the greater New Haven area, helping them attain their goals: achieving US citizenship; gaining work authorization; uniting with family members; becoming legal residents; improving educational skills. AIS was founded by the sisters of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.  Matt provides legal aid to clients, assists with court filings, and serves as a translator for Spanish-speaking clients.


Earlier Event: July 23
Sunday Eucharist
Later Event: July 30
Sunday Eucharist