Have you always wanted a deeper appreciation of our Church’s languages and heritage? St. John Cantius’ language classes offer a chance to begin or to continue your study of the language and history of the Church.
We offer a range of Latin classes through which you can develop from complete beginner to fluent reader of original texts. You can progress from the beginner class through to the advanced reading classes, or you can join at any point along the way if you already have some background in the language. Classes are one hour a week, so we move at a pace that allows you to learn whilst not interfering with work and / or other study commitments.
We focus on ecclesiastical Latin – the Latin of the liturgy, Jerome’s Bible, scholastic philosophers, papal bulls and canon law – but the course will also set you in good stead if your interest is in classical Latin. Many of the texts we read in the advanced reading classes are from the classical age.
We usually run two semesters a year: A fall class from September through December and a spring class from January through June. Beginner classes start each September. We also offer occasional classes on various topics, including the popular ‘Latin of the Mass’ class which provides an introduction to the Latin of the Mass for those who may not wish to pursue formal studies in Latin.
The course is designed for adults, but we do not impose a strict minimum age.
If you would like to be added to our mailing list, please email latin@cantius.org
The 2023 spring semester begins on January 15, 2023 and ends on June 11, 2023.
All classes will be held in person (with one exception – see final offering below). In-person classes meet on Sundays in the St Joseph Building at 1025 W. Fry St., Chicago, IL. Enter the building from the south door between the St Joseph Building and the Church - there is no entry directly from the street.
REGISTRATION FOR CLASSES:
You can register by contacting the instructor by email in advance of class or by registering in person at the St Joseph Building on the first day of class on January 15. If you would like to join any class after January 15, please contact the instructor.
PAYMENT FOR CLASSES:
You can pay the registration fee through our payment platform Elevate by Salesforce. This is not registration - you still need to contact the instructor or register in person.
PURCHASE OF TEXTBOOKS:
You can purchase all textbooks in advance at Biretta Books.
LATIN I: Beginner Cont'd
Instructor: Andre Mendoza
Classes start January 15, 2023
This course is a continuation of the class which began in September 2022 and is intended to be a first introduction to the Latin language. We will continue to cover the most basic elements of Latin grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary, following the progression of our textbook Lingua Latina: Familia Romana with its companion exercise book Exercitia Latina and, later in the course, Collins’ A Primer of Ecclesiatical Latin. While the content will be introductory and steady, students should expect to devote at least a few hours each week to reviewing the lessons and working through the exercises.
Classes will be held on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Classes will be held in person.
For more information contact Andre Mendoza amendoza@northridgeprep.org
The cost is $50.00 for the class and $55.00 for Lingua Latina plus Exercitia Latina. You can buy the textbook at Biretta Books.
Please pay for the class through our payment platform Elevate by Salesforce. Note, however, that payment is not registration.
To register please e-mail Andre Mendoza, or register in person at the St Joseph Building immediately before the first class.
LATIN II
Instructor: Rupert Ward
Classes start January 15, 2023
This class is for the beginner with some prior Latin study. Classes will cover conjugation of verbs, declension of nouns/adjectives and an introduction to reading and writing Latin. The textbook is Collins’ A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin. The class will begin at Unit 18.
Classes will be held on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Classes will be held in person.
For more information contact Rupert Ward rupertward28@gmail.com
The cost is $50.00 for the class and $35.00 for the textbook. You can buy the textbook at Biretta Books.
Please pay for the class through our payment platform Elevate by Salesforce. Note, however, that payment is not registration.
To register please e mail Rupert Ward, or register in person at the St Joseph Building immediately before the first class.
LATIN IV
Instructor: Andre Mendoza
Classes start January 15, 2023
For the more advanced student with some prior Latin study. This course will guide students through the end of the textbook A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin by Collins. Extended readings will be taken from Lingua Latina starting from Chapter 10. At the end of the course, having seen the entirety of Latin syntax and morphology and developed reading speed through extended readings, students will be prepared for translating selected original texts.
Classes will be held on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Classes will be held in person.
For more information contact Andre Mendoza amendoza@northridgeprep.org
The cost is $50.00 for the class and $35.00 for the Collins textbook. Extracts from Lingua Latina will be provided as necessary. You can buy the Collins textbook at Biretta Books.
Please pay for the class through our payment platform Elevate by Salesforce. Note, however, that payment is not registration.
To register please e mail Andre Mendoza, or register in person at the St Joseph Building immediately before the first class.
LATIN V: Latin of the Fathers
Instructor: Christopher Jones
Classes start January 15, 2023
We will read and discuss selected Latin texts reflecting the rise and development of Christianity in the first six centuries AD. There is no textbook; excerpts will be provided by the instructor. The instructor is preparing a textbook for future students; input from this class will be a valuable part of that process. Intermediate and advanced students are welcome. This is a continuation of a class which began in September 2022 but new joiners are very welcome.
Classes will be held on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The same class will also be held on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Participants may choose which of the two classes to attend.
Classes will be held in person.
For more information contact Christopher Jones jonesc@shure.com
The cost is $50.00 for the class. There is no textbook; readings will be provided by the instructor.
Please pay for the class through our payment platform Elevate by Salesforce. Note, however, that payment is not registration.
To register please e-mail Christoper Jones, or register in person at the St Joseph Building immediately before the first class. When registering by e mail, please state whether you wish to join the 9.00am or the 10.00am class.
ONLINE INTRODUCTION TO LATIN GRAMMAR CONT'D
Instructor: Richard Rodriguez
Classes start Saturday January 14, 2023
This class is for students who live outside the Chicago area and/or who have substantial difficulty in attending in-person sessions.
This class is a continuation of the Fall semester. Please contact the instructor for evaluation if you are new to Latin or haven't studied it in a while.
The focus of the course will be on reading for familiarity and grammatical comprehension with the assistance of a translation (e.g., ability to more thoroughly use & appreciate Latin/English parallel text worship materials). Optional exercises will be provided upon request for students who are interested in developing a higher degree of unaided reading fluency.
The textbook is Collins’ A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin. This class will cover units 8 - 19.
Classes will be held on Saturdays ON ZOOM from 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Any students interested in this class should contact Mr. Rodriguez RichieJRR@protonmail.com
The cost is $50 for the class. Students should obtain their own copy of the textbook.
Please pay for the class through our payment platform Elevate by Salesforce. Note, however, that payment is not registration.
To register please e mail Mr Rodriguez.
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