Personally, professionally and spiritually, the SMA community is diverse and rich in experience. The Burning Bright Speaker Series is an opportunity to gather and engage in a presentation by members of our community.
Discover how and why some have achieved, learned or experienced unique and inspirational heights in their lives. By gathering and sharing stories, we hope these events will enrich your life. Join us to experience "the Fire within" each of our speakers.
2017 Events
Tuesday, May 16
Guest Speaker: Father Sam Argenziano, Pastor - Holy Rosary Parish
Topic: Living the Beatitudes – A Different Insight Into the Beatitudes from Jesus’ Language
2016 Events
Thursday, May 12
Topic: Nice Women Don’t Want the Vote
View photos from the event and watch the discussion online.
Tuesday, October 18
Guest Speaker: Lesley Sacouman, SNJM
Topic: The Transformative Power of Mercy: Where Do You Stand?
View photos from the event or watch the video online.
2015 Events
Thursday, Oct. 1
Guest Speaker: Susan Wikeem, SNJM
Topic: 50 years of Religious Life and Ministry – Reflections
Watch Sister Susan's speech online.
Thursday, Nov. 19
Panel Discussion topic: Beyond The Truth & Reconciliation Commission — What can we do to advance Reconciliation?
Moderator: Michael Saj (SMA Teacher)
Watch the entire discussion online.