Catholic University Experts on the Legacy of Pope Benedict XVI
The following faculty experts at The Catholic University of America are available for media interviews related to the legacy of Pope Benedict XVI.
A list of clips in which these faculty experts have been quoted on the pope's resignation can be found at http://inthemedia.cua.edu/2013/pope-resignation.cfm. To view a full list of experts on topics related to the papacy, visit http://publicaffairs.cua.edu/releases/tip-sheets/2013/pope-resignation.cfm .
- Monsignor Kevin Irwin, the Monsignor Walter J. Schmitz, S. S. Professor of Liturgical Studies, can discuss the progression of Pope Benedict's views on human stewardship of natural resources in his major discourses of moral teaching. Monsignor Irwin was a frequent commentator for the media on liturgical matters related to Pope John Paul II's death and funeral and Pope Benedict XVI's installation Mass and visit to the United States in 2008. He is currently in Rome and available for phone interviews. Contact Monsignor Irwin at irwin@cua.edu .
- Rev. Mark Morozowich, dean of the School of Theology and Religious Studies, can discuss Pope Benedict's legacy. He is an authority on early Christian liturgy and eastern Churches (Orthodox and Catholic). He can talk about Pope Benedict's contribution to the Eastern churches, as well as general topics related to the Vatican. To arrange interviews with Father Morozowich, contact Victor Nakas in the Office of Public Affairs at 202-319-5600 or nakas@cua.edu .
- Christopher Ruddy, associate professor of historical and systematic theology, is an expert on the theology of Pope Benedict XVI, the papacy and bishops' conferences, ecclesiology, the Catholic Church's role in public life, and ecumenism. He has served as adviser-consultant to several departments of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This semester he is teaching a graduate course on Pope Benedict. Contact Ruddy at 202-319-6506 or ruddyc@cua.edu .
For assistance in reaching sources, contact Katie Lee or Mary McCarthy Hines in the Office of Public Affairs at 202-319-5600. To search for other CUA faculty experts, visit the Faculty Experts Guide at http://publicaffairs.cua.edu/experts/ .
