Theology on Tap Chicago 2025
A Summer Series for Young Adults Seeking Faith, Friends & Real Conversations
Looking for meaningful community and real talk about faith this summer? Theology on Tap at Saint Clement Parish is a dynamic speaker series for young adults in Chicago (ages 20s–30s). Each week, join us for an evening of reflection, authentic conversation, and connection — with refreshments and community included. Whether you're curious about God or deepening your faith, you’ll find a place to belong here. All young adults are welcome, whether you’re Catholic or not — come as you are!
Each night kicks off with 6:00 PM Mass in the church (totally optional but always meaningful), followed by time to hang out, grab some refreshments, and meet new people. Then at 7:00 PM, we’ll settle in for the speaker. See our 2025 summer lineup below!
Why Attend Theology on Tap at Saint Clement?
🌇 A welcoming space for 20s/30s to explore faith in real life
🎤 Engaging talks on purpose, justice, healing, and hope
🍕 Free refreshments, casual setting, and no pressure
✝️ Open to all — no church background required
🤝 Meet Catholic young adults from across Chicago and learn more about our Young Adult Community (YAC)
👉 Got a friend who's curious too? Bring them along — TOT hits different when you share it with someone.
2025 Theology on Tap presents:
The Good God
JULY 8: Goodness in the Storm: Finding Hope and Healing in a Troubled World
SPEAKER: Matt Maher, Renowned Christian Artist, Worship Leader, and Speaker
We’re excited to open this year’s Theology on Tap for young adults in Chicago with a special evening of music, prayer, and reflection! Matt Maher returns to Saint Clement Parish to share a message of hope and healing for anyone navigating life’s challenges. NOTE: This Tuesday performance will feature the same incredible music and reflections as the Wine Down Wednesday program the next night, so no one need miss their opportunity to praise in prayer and contemplation!
JULY 15: In His Goodness, We Find Ourselves
SPEAKER: Fr. Pete McCormick CSC, Director of Campus Ministry at the University of Notre Dame
Join us for an inspiring evening with Fr. Pete McCormick as he explores how God’s goodness reveals who we truly are. Experience an evening designed to deepen your faith, explore your purpose, and connect with others.
JULY 22: Service Night!
The best way to learn about goodness is by spreading some! We are pausing our normal TOT programming on 7/22 and getting out in the community to serve our neighbors in need. This is a great opportunity to build community with other Saint Clement parishioners and learn about organizations we partner with frequently.
You will meet your groups at the service location at the designated time listed in the registration form. Please be mindful of the date listed when choosing a service option below.
REGISTER FOR SERVICE NIGHT HERE
JULY 29: Sharing God's Joy Through Justice
SPEAKER: Cliff Barber, CEO of Fillmore Linen Service LLC
How can faith move us to love others better? Cliff Barber invites us to explore how our relationship with God can lead to a life rooted in service, justice, and compassion. Inspired by Jesus’ example of forgiveness and radical love, Cliff will reflect on what it means to live differently — and how joy and justice can go hand in hand.
AUGUST 5: God and the Good Life
SPEAKER: Dr. Meghan Sullivan, Professor of Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame
Explore what it means for a young adult to live a truly good life through the lens of faith with Dr. Meghan Sullivan. This talk invites you to reflect on happiness, purpose, and the divine in everyday living.
AUGUST 12: Jesus: The Healer of Anxious Hearts
SPEAKER: Fr. Peter Wojcik, Pastor of Saint Clement Parish
Life gets heavy — but we don’t have to carry it alone. Join Fr. Peter for an honest, hope-filled conversation on how Jesus meets us in our anxiety and offers real peace and healing.
We’ll also be collecting school supplies to support local students — stay tuned for how you can help give back in a simple but meaningful way.
🙋♀️ Want to Volunteer at Theology on Tap?
Theology on Tap thrives because of the incredible young adults who help make it happen. Whether you're great at welcoming others, setting up spaces, helping with refreshments, or just want to lend a hand — we’d love to have you on the team!
Volunteering is a great way to:
Meet other young adults in Chicago
Be part of building meaningful community
Support faith-focused events that make a real impact
No experience needed — just a friendly attitude and willingness to serve.
👉 Interested? Fill out our short volunteer interest form here!
Stay in the Loop
Let’s keep the conversation going—online and in person! Get all the latest on events, hangouts, and faith talks from Saint Clement’s Young Adult Community.
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A Look Back at 2024
Last summer, we hosted a record-breaking number of young adults — 1,422 — for an unforgettable Theology on Tap season exploring the theme "Who Is Jesus?" Across six powerful evenings, we heard from inspiring speakers: Fr. Mike Schmitz, Dr. Sally Blount, Rev. Fr. John Kartje, Fr. Pete McCormick, Fr. Reginald Wolford, Rev. John Wentz, and Dr. Fortini-Campbell. We thank them for enriching our faith journey and helping us unpack the many ways that Jesus reveals Himself to us every day! We gathered to grow in faith, form friendships, and discover the love of Christ in new ways. We can’t wait to do it again this year!
