Past Events

Through a mixture of lectures and Socratic discussions, participants will focus on the moral, political, and economic thought of the great German sociologist and political theorist Max Weber. Along with the faculty, graduate students will analyze Weber’s writings on religion and capitalism, bureaucracy and institutions, and the power of politics and science in modernity. Weber characterized western modernity by the increasing rationalization of political institutions and patterns of life.

Invocation Congressman Jeff Fortenberry First Congressional District, Nebraska Master of Ceremonies Honorable Joseph G. Scoville United States Magistrate Judge for the Western District of Michigan

Acton Institute Invites you to a Luncheon and Book Signing with Rev. Robert Sirico President, Acton Institute Emcee The Honorable George W. Strake, Jr. Chairman of the Board and CEO of Strake Energy, Inc.

Luncheon with Mr. Doug DeVos President, Amway Questions: contact Elizabeth Nohr at 616.454.3080 or enohr@acton.org

Acton Institute Invites you to a Dinner Lecture and Book Signing with Rev. Robert Sirico President, Acton Institute Emcee Mr. J. Christopher Donahue President & CEO, Federated Investors, Inc. Please contact Kimberly at

How do we shepherd the flock in the search for economically healthy and socially just urban communities? What is the role of the local church in sustainable human development? Where do we find guidance for those facing unemployment and neighborhood displacement? Join us to explore how moral and economic clarity give direction in our mission to be true disciples, fostering effective charity, empowering our congregations and creating a context for urban flourishing.

This conference will introduce high school teachers and administrators to classic authors and key concepts in free market economics. The intention is to go beyond basic matters of supply and demand and efficiency concerns to consider the broader social and institutional ramifications of a free market system. Themes such as the religious roots of capitalism, protectionism, and financial crises will be explored in a mixture of lectures and Socratic discussion. This conference, co-sponsored by Liberty Fund, Inc., is part of the Liberty and Markets series.

Join Rev. Robert Sirico as he discusses his new book Defending the Free Market: The Moral Case for a Free Economy. If you are unable to join us, the event will be streamed live online. Contact Andrew Parks at Andrew.Parks@heritage.org or (202) 546 - 4400 for more infomration.

Join us as Rev. Robert Sirico discusses his new book Defending the Free Market: The Moral Case for a Free Economy. There will be a book signing following the lecture and books will be available for purchase or order your copy now on Amazon. Contact Teresa at tbailey@acton.org or call (616) 454-3080 for more information. Schedule 7:30am Registration 8:00am Breakfast lecture and Q&A followed by book signing

Acton University is a unique, four-day exploration of the intellectual foundations of a free society. Guided by a distinguished, international faculty, Acton University is an opportunity to deepen your knowledge and integrate rigorous philosophy, Christian theology and sound economics. At Acton University, you will: Build your own curriculum. Choose from more than seventy courses ranging from the theological and philosophical, to the policy-oriented and practical.