DYA Study Day: Understanding the Marian Dogmas
About the day
The Catholic Church proclaims four great dogmas about the Blessed Virgin Mary: that she is the Mother of God, that she remained ever-virgin, that she was conceived without sin, and that she was assumed body and soul into heaven. But what do these teachings really mean? Why are they essential for our faith, and how can they help us to proclaim Christ crucified?
The study day will explore the foundations of these dogmas, beginning with Sacred Scripture and the early Ecumenical Councils, before examining subsequent theological reflections. The day will begin with Mass, there will be opportunities for questions and discussion, and there will also be social time with other young Catholics. Lunch will be provided.
Speakers
Fr Albert Robertson OP was born in Surrey and went to university in London and Oxford. After a period of time preparing for Anglican ministry, he became a Catholic and, a couple of years later, entered the Order of Preachers. After ordination to the priesthood he spent time as a university chaplain at the University of Edinburgh, before moving to take up the role of Assistant Chaplain at Fisher House in Cambridge. He is also completing a doctorate on language around divine action and the divine ideas at Emmanuel College, Cambridge.
Fr John Church OP first encountered the Dominicans while studying in Oxford, and entered the novitiate in 2018. He was recently ordained and has just moved to Holy Cross Priory, Leicester. He runs Dominican Young Adults and oversees the social media presence of the Dominican friars.
Who is it for?
The day is open to any young adults (20s & 30s), including those looking to deepen their faith or new to the Catholic tradition.
Date and Timings
Saturday 11th October 2025, 10:00 – 16:30
How to get there
The Rosary Shrine, London NW5 4LB
The Rosary Shrine is in north London, a short walk from both Belsize Park and Chalk Farm tube stations. The no.24 bus also stops outside the church. More information can be found on the website (https://rosaryshrine.co.uk/)
Booking information
The study day is free of charge, but registration is essential. To receive the booking form, and if you have any further questions, please email us: dya@english.op.org
