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You are cordially invited to a Special Communication on  Thursday, April 25th at 7:00 pm as we welcome a distinguished guest, Dr. Steven Clark Cunningham, MD, MLA, FACS, to enlighten us with his insights. Dr. Cunningham serves as the Director of Pancreatic and Hepatobiliary Surgery and the Director of Research at Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore. With an illustrious journey that saw him earn his MD from GW University and undergo surgical residency at the University of Maryland, followed by fellowships in oncology      research and pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgery at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Cunningham embodies excellence in his field.

Yet, his accomplishments extend beyond the realms of       medicine. Dr. Cunningham is a scholar of religion, having earned his MLA in religion from Harvard Extension School. During our gathering, Dr.  Cunningham will delve into the significance of religious literacy in our daily lives, exploring its implications in the healthcare system, workplace, and local communities. He will elucidate the American Academy of Religion's guidelines on religious literacy, placing them within historical, political, and social contexts. Moreover, he will highlight the crucial role of religious literacy in spiritual care and well-being.

Educational Objectives:

· Understand the main tenets of religious literacy consistent with the American Academy of Religion.

· Familiarize oneself with prevailing conceptions of religious literacy.

· Comprehend the nexus between religious (il)literacy, peace, conflict, and spirituality.

Join us as we embark on an enlightening journey with Dr. Steven Clark Cunningham, a visionary leader in both medicine and religious scholarship.

Let us come together in the spirit of knowledge and fellowship as we delve into the depths of religious      literacy with Dr. Cunningham. We eagerly anticipate your presence at this enriching event!

Warm regards,

 Joel Charles; Worshipful Master