2010 FALL LATIN CLASSES
It is time to register for any of St. John Cantius’ Fall Latin classes. Classes start October 3, 2010, and end January 9, 2011. All classes meet on Sundays. The cost is $50.00 for the class and $35.00 for the textbook but $40.00 for the textbook for the Advanced Latin class, if needed. You have always wanted a deeper appreciation of our Church’s languages and heritage. Now is your chance to begin or to continue your study of the language and history of the Church. All classes meet in Canonry at 1025 W. Fry St., Chicago, IL. Enter the building from the south door between the Canonry and the Church.
LATIN: Beginner Level I:
Instructor, Joseph G. Phelps.
For the complete beginner, no prior knowledge of Latin required. Classes will encompass conjugation of verbs, declension, nouns/adjectives and the introduction to Latin vocabulary. The text is Collin’s A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin. Classes will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For information call Mr. Phelps at 312-236-5454 ext.132 or email-him at
LATIN II: Beginner Level II:
Instructor, Joseph G. Phelps.
Class is for those students who are familiar with rudimentary Latin with conjugation of verbs, declension of nouns/adjectives, studied vocabulary and have completed at least two semesters. The class will use Collin’s A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin text book. The class will begin at Unit 20 of the text book after a review of Units 1-19. Classes will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more information call Mr. Phelps at 312-236-5454 ext. 132 or email-him at
LATIN ADVANCED: The Latin of the Middle Ages:
Instructor, Christopher Jones.
The student should have a working knowledge of Latin. Class will explore the foundations of Christian Latin, Medieval Latin and Renaissance Latin. The textbook is Reading Medieval Latin by Keith Sidwell published by Cambridge University Press. Classes will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For more information call Mr. Jones at 773-763-7568 or email
All students for any class or program may register on the first day of class or by email to . If by e-mail, we will e-email an application to you which you can return by mail. Pre-registration is necessary if you will need a textbook.