A Light for Our Times:

BLESSED KARL OF AUSTRIA

Conference in Washington, D.C. | Oct. 18-20, 2024

Emperor, Military Commander, Husband, Father, Saint—Blessed Karl (Charles) of Austria, the last emperor of the Austro-Hungarian empire, was all these and much more. This unique Conference will be a time of celebration, inspiration, reflection, discussion and prayer in honor of Blessed Karl. In the various events, we will explore how the life and legacy of this saintly ruler—in continuity with other great leaders throughout history—sheds light and inspiration on the challenges we face today. Prominent scholars, clergy, and cultural figures will showcase the radiant witness of his approach to leadership, and how it can help each one of us in our own quest to be wise and faithful leaders.

Below, you will find information concerning our inspiring speakers & participants, our magnificent musical events, and practical details.

PARTICIPANTS

Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine

GRANDDAUGHTER OF BLESSED KARL
Charles Coulombe

HISTORIAN, AUTHOR AND BIOGRAPHER OF BLESSED KARL
Philip Lawler

VETERAN JOURNALIST, FOUNDING EDITOR OF CATHOLIC CULTURE AND CATHOLIC WORLD NEWS
Suzanne Pearson

DELEGATE FOR THE EMPEROR KARL LEAGUE OF PRAYER TO THE US & CANADA
Kyle Washut, S.T.L., S.T.M.

PRESIDENT, WYOMING CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Pavlos Papadopoulos, Ph.D.

PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY, WYOMING CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Count Mario Festetics de Tolna

SALES CONSULTANT & ORDER OF SAINT GEORGE, COMMANDER–SLAVONIAN COMMANDERY
Fr. David Anderson

BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHAPLAIN, WYOMING CATHOLIC COLLEGE, HISTORIAN & SCHOLAR
Fr. Benedict Kiely

FOUNDING DIRECTOR OF NASAREAN.ORG
Paul Jernberg

COMPOSER, DIRECTOR OF MAGNIFICAT INSTITUTE OF SACRED MUSIC, AND WYOMING CATHOLIC COLLEGE CHOIRMASTER
Fr. Alfredo Porras

UNIVERSITY CHAPLAIN AND MC FOR THE DIOCESE OF WORCESTER, MA

Musical Offerings

Under the direction of Paul Jernberg, the weekend will feature the Wyoming Catholic College Choir, the Cor Unum Artists, a professional choral ensemble based in Washington, DC., and the Washington Chamber Orchestra led by Maestro Jun Kim.

Pre-Dinner Concert with combined choirs and the Washington Chamber Orchestra, at Eagles' Club in Old Town Alexandria, featuring works by Lassus, Viadana, J.S. Bach, and the Te Deum No. 2 of F.J. Haydn.
Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo) at St. Mary Mother of God Parish, which will be the occasion for the premiere of the Mass in Honor of Blessed Karl of Austria. The combined choirs will be singing.
Sung Roman Vespers service led by the Wyoming Catholic College Choir, with musical settings by Paul Jernberg, at the Busch School of Business, Catholic University of America.
fully sung Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom at the Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine, with members of the Wyoming Catholic College Choir.
Sunday, 10:30 am - Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo) at St. Joseph's on Capitol Hill, with music led by the combined choirs.

Excerpt of the Mass in Honor of Blessed Karl of Austria, by Paul Jernberg, featuring the Cor Unum Artists.

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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Friday

October 18
Location: The Eagles' Club
1015 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA
• 6:45 pm - Pre-Dinner Concert featuring works by Lassus, Viadana, J.S. Bach, and the Te Deum No. 2 of F.J. Haydn.
Performed by:
Wyoming Catholic College Choir
Cor Unum Artists
Paul Jernberg, Director
Washington Chamber Orchestra
Jun Kim, Conductor
• 7:15 pm - Social Hour
• 7:45 pm - Gala Dinner* with featured speaker HIRH Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine
*Business formal attire
Saturday

October 19
St. Mary Mother of God Church
727 5th St. NW, Washington, DC
▪ 10:30 am - Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo), being the occasion for the premiere of the Mass in Honor of Blessed Karl of Austria
▪ 11:45 am - Reception following Mass with Princess Maria-Anna Galitzine, granddaughter of Blessed Karl
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Maloney Hall
Busch School of Business, CUA
620 Michigan Avenue NE Washington, DC
▪ 1:30 - 5:30 pm - Presentations and first panel discussion
- Charles Coulombe
- Count Mario Festetics de Tolna
- Suzanne Pearson
- Paul von Habsburg
- Fr. David Anderson
- Dr. Pavlos Papadopoulos
▪ 5:30 pm - Sung Vespers service composed by Paul Jernberg in honor of Blessed Karl, led by the Wyoming Catholic College Choir
Sunday

October 20
Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine 4250 Harewood Rd NE
Washington, DC
▪ 9:00 am - Byzantine Catholic Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom
or alternatively
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
313 2nd St. NE Washington, DC
▪ 10:30 am - Solemn sung Mass (novus ordo)
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Maloney Hall
Busch School of Business, CUA
620 Michigan Avenue NE Washington, DC
▪ 1:30 – 5:30 pm - Presentations, final panel discussion, and conclusion
- Count Mario Festetics de Tolna
- Suzanne Pearson
- Phil Lawler
- Dr. Pavlos Papadopoulos
- Kyle Washut, S.T.L.,S.T.M. (President of Wyoming Catholic College)
-Fr. Benedict Kiely
- Fr. David Anderson

Further Information

See all locations listed in the above schedule.
- Friday evening formal dinner only: $125
- Saturday only: $75
- Sunday only: $75
- Entire Conference, including Friday formal dinner: $200
Register for the conference here! For further questions, direct inquiries to Suzanne Pearson at sdpearson@verizon.net
The Friday Gala dinner at 7:45pm is part of the conference package (more information on it coming soon). Otherwise, meals will be taken independently of the Conference. A list of fine local restaurants will be provided.
For further information about Blessed Karl, visit emperorcharles.org!