Sunday Theology Talk – “Come Down, O Love Divine”. Epiklesis: Invocation of the Spirit and Empowerment

Sunday, July 12, 2026

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10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m. | Parish House, 5th Floor

Guest Speaker: The Rev. Mark Brown, Honorary priest at Saint Thomas Church

Series Overview

Seeing the Eucharist explores the mystery of the Eucharist through art across centuries—from illuminated manuscripts and Renaissance painting to the beloved images of Norman Rockwell. Dr. Felicity Harley-McGowan and the Rev. Mark Brown guide participants in discovering how visual art deepens sacramental life.

Today’s Topic, “Come Down, O Love Divine”. Epiklesis: Invocation of the Spirit and Empowerment, is based on the image Freedom of Speech by Norman Rockwell.

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The Rev. Mark Brown

Fr. Mark Brown is an Episcopal priest, retreat leader, and spiritual director. Ordained in 1994 after an earlier career as a musician and teacher in Champaign, Illinois, he spent 21 years as a member of the Society of Saint John the Evangelist, serving as Assistant Superior and directing the Monastic Internship Program. He has led retreats across the U.S., Canada, and Jerusalem, where he frequently served as chaplain for pilgrimages at St. George’s College. A former teacher of spiritual direction at General Theological Seminary, he now serves as honorary priest at St. Thomas Church and priest associate at Trinity Church, New York City.

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Saint Thomas Theological Education Program is at the service of those who seek a deeper understanding of faith and want to nourish their worship and their prayer. The teaching is rooted in Scripture, Christian tradition and spirituality. The lecturers are The Rev. Dr. Luigi Gioia, Theologian in Residence, and internationally renowned guest speakers who are committed to making theology accessible to non-specialists.

The classes are held on Sundays at 10 AM on the Fifth Floor of the Parish House and are streamed online. Additionally, recordings and handouts are made available for those who cannot attend the live sessions. For more information about our theology program and to receive links for weekly Sunday Theology Talks, please contact Fr. Gioia and register online.

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Sunday Theology Talk - “Come Down, O Love Divine”. Epiklesis: Invocation of the Spirit and Empowerment

Part of the Series: Seeing the Eucharist