God's Splendor:
Exploring Thomistic Principles of Beauty
11:00 a.m. Talk
1:00 p.m. Concert
Auditorium

Join Father James O'Reilly, Associate Pastor at St. Vitus parish, for a discussion on the Thomistic Principles of Beauty deeply embedded in our Catholic tradition. Drawing from the rich tapestry of Catholic theology, he will explore how these principles enhance our understanding of God and elevate our faith encounters. Discover the transcendent beauty that lies at the heart of our faith, inviting us to a more profound connection with God through the timeless wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas.  

Fr. James O’Reilly

Fr. O’Reilly was ordained a priest in 2018 and is now a candidate with the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter. He is currently assigned as Associate Pastor at St. Vitus parish and previously had three parish assignments in the Diocese of Richmond. Before entering seminary, Fr. O’Reilly studied concert saxophone and earned a Bachelor’s in Music Performance from Shenandoah University in 2012. His former saxophone instructors are Timothy Roberts and Percy Ironmonger.