Upcoming Events
The St. Thomas More Society has several exciting events on the horizon, from thought-provoking lectures to exclusive networking dinners. Members enjoy priority access to these gatherings, offering a unique opportunity to engage with esteemed speakers, connect with like-minded professionals, and be part of meaningful discussions. Stay tuned for details on upcoming opportunities to deepen your involvement and expand your network.
Red Mass
The St. Thomas More Society invites members of the legal and faith communities to the annual Red Mass on Sunday, October 5, at 4:00 p.m. at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Church, a solemn tradition invoking the guidance of the Holy Spirit at the start of the judicial year. Since its inception in the Diocese of Wilmington in 1988, the Red Mass has remained the central and most enduring event of the Society.
This year’s Red Mass will be celebrated by Bishop William E. Koenig, and the homilist will be Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D. , of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, and President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Mass will be followed by a complimentary dinner in the church’s Family Center, sponsored by the St. Thomas More Society and provided courtesy of the law firm Morris James LLP.
The Red Mass is held annually on the first Sunday in October, marking the opening of the new term of the U.S. Supreme Court. By tradition, the Red Mass is the Solemn Votive Mass of the Holy Spirit celebrated generally near the beginning of the judicial year and is attended by judges, lawyers, and public officials of all faiths to invoke God’s blessing and guidance in the administration of justice. Its traditional name is derived from the color of the vestments worn by the celebrants of the Mass reminiscent of tongues of fire symbolizing the Holy Spirit. Moreover, the robes of the attending judicial officers were, in ancient days, bright scarlet.
All are welcome. For further information, please contact Denise Nordheimer at dnordheimer@foxrothschild.com.
Volunteer Event | Emmanuel Dining Room
On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, members will have the opportunity to volunteer at the Emmanuel Dining Room for lunch service, in honor of St. Thomas More’s Feast Day on June 22.
For more information, please contact Chris Viceconte at cviceconte@gibbonslaw.com.
Film Series | A Man for All Seasons
Join members of the Society and their guests for a free screening of the 1966 British classic A Man for All Seasons, directed by Fred Zinnemann and adapted by Robert Bolt from his acclaimed stage play.
The event coincides with the Feast Day of St. Thomas More and Bishop John Fisher, both canonized for their unwavering faith and moral conviction.
Event Details
Where: The Screening Room, 1313 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Please arrive no later than 1:15 p.m., as the movie starts promptly at 1:30 p.m.
Space is limited. To RSVP, please email your name and total number of guests to stmswilmington@gmail.com
2025 Spring Lecture | Prof. Bruce Huber
Join us for the Spring Lecture featuring Bruce Huber, Professor of Law at the University of Notre Dame, as he explores challenges in 21st century water law and policy.
Co-sponsored by the Notre Dame Clubs of Delaware and Philadelphia, this event welcomes one of the nation’s leading voices on energy regulation, public land policy, and the intersection of law and politics.
Professor Huber holds degrees from Stanford and UC Berkeley, has taught at Dartmouth, and is a published scholar in top journals including Harvard Environmental Law Review and The Georgetown Law Journal. He has twice been recognized for publishing one of the top five articles in environmental law nationwide.
Event Details
When: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - 6:00 p.m. Light Refreshments/ 6:30 p.m. Lecture
Where: 1201 N. Market St., First Floor Meeting Room, Wilmington, DE 19801
(Free parking is available nearby in the Hercules Building garage at 1313 N. Market St.; please note the 1201 N. Market St. garage closes at 7:00 p.m.)
Free and open to the public; 1.5 hours DE CLE credit approved, PA application pending.
To RSVP, please click here.
Questions? Please contact Matt Boyer at mboyer@connollygallagher.com.
34th Annual Award Dinner
34th Annual Dinner
Sunday, May 4, 2025, 5pm cocktails, 6pm dinner
The St. Thomas More Society of The Diocese of Wilmington Invites you to attend its 2025 Annual Dinner honoring our 2025 Awardee Kevin J. O’Connell, Chief Defender, Office of Defense Services.
Cocktail Hour will begin at 5pm followed by the Dinner at 6pm at the Wilmington Country Club on Kennett Pike/Route 52 in Wilmington.
If you have any questions, you can reach out to Michael F. Collins, MFCollins@RLF.com for registration information and sponsorship opportunities.
30th Annual Rubenstein-Walsh Seminar
30th Annual Rubenstein Walsh Seminar on Ethics and Professionalism
Friday, February 21, 2025, 8 25 am – 12 45 pm, 4.0 hours CLE
Riverfront Events/Hyatt, 760 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE 19801