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The Illinois Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums is a non-profit organization, raising funds for the preservation, care, exhibition, and restoration of art in the Vatican Museums.
The Patrons have been in existence since 1982 when a major exhibition of Vatican art toured the United States in New York, Chicago and San Francisco. Restoration of the art contained in the exhibition was made possible by donors recognizing the unique opportunity to participate in the work of the Vatican Museums. One year later, the Patrons organization was officially launched. The Illinois chapter of the Patrons was founded in 1993 and is one of seventeen chapters located throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Fall Event at the Union League Club on November 2nd
-- Cardinal George to Discuss New Book --
The Illinois Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums and the Lumen Cordium Society of the Archdiocese of Chicago will cohost a special luncheon on November 2nd at 11:00 a.m. at the Union League Club of Chicago.
Archbishop of Chicago and Illinois Patrons Chairman, Francis Cardinal George, O.M.I will be interviewed by Reverend Monsignor Wayne F. Prist, pastor emeritus of Queen of All Saints Basilica about his most recent book, God In Action: How Faith in God can Address the Challenges of the World.
This event is free of cost to current members. who should have already received their invitations by mail. If you would like to become a member or renew your lapsed membership and attend this very special event, please contact Tina Miller at cmiller758@aol.com.
Illinois Patrons President Anne Shea with Cardinal George
Illinois Patrons Plan June, 2012 Rome Trip
Back by popular demand, the Illinois Patrons are planning a June, 2012 trip to Rome that will be similar to their very successful Fall, 2010 trip. The trip will be limited to thirty people and is currently in the planning stages. Highlights of the trip will include:
- Tour of art in the Villa Borghese palace and gardens
- Day trip to Florence for a tour of the Uffizi Museum
- Private tour of the Sistine Chapel & Raphael Rooms in the
- Vatican Museums
- Audience with the Holy Father
- Lunch in Casina Pius IV in the Vatican Gardens
- Visits to Restoration Laboratories in the Vatican Museums
- Private dinner in the Vatican Museums
- Excursion to Castel Gandolfo, the papal summer residence
- Reception at the American Embassy of the Vatican
If you would like to be on the mailing list to receive more information about
the June 2012 trip as it becomes available, please contact Tina Miller at
cmiller758@aol.com.
Illinois Patrons with Cardinal Loyolo during the October, 2010 Rome Trip
Illinois Patrons to Host National Patrons Leaders Meeting
The Illinois Patrons Chapter will host the 2012 National Patrons Leaders' Meeting. This weekend long affair will include Patrons leaders from around the country, leadership from the Vatican, Cardinal George, as well as local city officials. This event is still in the planning stages and will take place the last weekend in April, 2012.
Chicago Chapter
Officers and Directors
Chairman
Francis Cardinal George
O.M.I. Archbishop of Chicago
President
Anne Shea
Vice President
Paula D’Angelo
Treasurer
Richard Guzior
Secretary
Jonathan Michael
Directors
Frances Darley
Ralph Gilbert
Peggy O’Brien Schulze
Mary Clare Starshak
Mailing Address
E-Mail Contacts
Anne Shea-Illinois Patrons President ad612@aol.com
Tina Miller-Ill. Patrons Coordinator cmiller758@aol.com
