Upcoming Events
We offer different sizes and styles of unique events throughout the year, from intimate, discussion-based evenings to large-scale addresses and performances, all drawing on Catholic perspectives with the goal of bringing people together and facilitating faith-based discourse
Rise Again: Elevating Body and Soul Through Music
Join us as we celebrate Christ's Resurrection with a musical ascent of body and soul led by our chief conductor, Jacob Beranek. Our 50-member, all-Christian, Higher Word Orchestra and choir will bring this season of triumph and jubilation to life with works by exclusively Catholic composers.
This performance will take the audience on a celebratory journey through the ages, ranging from ancient chant, to Renaissance polyphony, to opera, to some of history's most well-known composers like Mozart, Vivaldi, Dvorak, and more. The common thread will be musically highlighting the joy and elation of the Easter season.
We invite you to the Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in Soho on Thursday, April 24th for this extraordinary event.
Waiting For Him - Advent Evening
Advent is a season of watchful expectation. We are awaiting the coming of Christ, and we can look to those who awaited his coming most of all. Mary, Joseph, and John the Baptist. We invite you to come and encounter these three great witnesses —to watch with them—so that we may be able to greet Christ when he comes.
Fr. Graebe, Fr. Jonah, and Fr. Justin will explore these characters, guiding us toward a deeper understanding of Advent. These perspectives will be showcased through a specially crafted program and brought to life by string musicians and vocalists under Connor Morrissey’s direction.
Following the performance, there will be a reception with wine, beer, tapas, and entrees provided by our restaurant partner.
Justice for All: Perspectives and Challenges
Justice for all. We hear these three words, and yet when we look at the world around us, we wonder if it is ever achievable. The existence of modern slavery and human trafficking reminds us that injustice is still a lived reality for more than 50 million children, women, and men. For people of faith, how does this impact our response?
We invite you to join us at the exquisite Lotus Club, one of the world’s most distinguished literary arts institution, for an evening of enriching dialogue, gourmet cuisine, captivating music, and the opportunity to connect with new faces.
The Source of Beauty: A Higher Word Orchestra Premiere
Experience the bliss of true beauty, rooted in the timeless tradition of the Catholic Church. Classical music and Catholicism are woven together with an inseparable bond. This fall, we debut our 30-member Catholic orchestra in NYC. Join us in Soho on October 10th for an extraordinary journey into this profound connection.
More than just a concert, this program—led by Conductor Jacob Beranek—reveals the authentic Catholic beauty behind the music and brief explanations of its stories in between pieces. Western culture, deeply Catholic before the 1520s, gave rise to history's greatest composers, including Mozart, Haydn, Vivaldi, and more, many of whom were devout Catholics.
The Road Ahead: A HW Wine Tasting Experience
A Higher Word wine tasting fundraiser, complete with
The Rising
An evening talk on the story of Peter & Andrew, two brothers and former fishermen who became Apostles of Christ, complete with Violin/Cello duet, appetizers, and wine
The Arrival
Ever wonder why the day after Christmas is the Feast of St. Stephen? We explored this topic and had a special evening featuring a string quartet performing classical and Christmas pieces, followed by an insightful talk from Father Graebe on the meaning of Christmas and the significance of St. Stephen's Feast.
Listen to the talk below:
Watch our event recap video here:
A Tale of Two Brothers
An evening talk on the story of Peter & Andrew, two brothers and former fishermen who became Apostles of Christ, complete with Violin/Cello duet, appetizers, and wine
Past Events
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Waiting for Him
December 11, 2024
An Advent performance featuring strings, choir and series of talks exploring John the Baptist, Mary, and Joseph guiding us toward a deeper understanding of Advent.
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Justice for All: Perspectives and Challenges
November 7, 2024
A joint event at the Lotos Club with the International Justice Mission (IJM), discussing their important work combatting human trafficking in Eastern Europe and across the globe.
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The Source of Beauty
October 10, 2024
The debut performance of the Higher Word Orchestra playing music exclusively by Catholic composers, as well as stories behind how their faith journeys inspired and influenced their work.
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The Road Ahead
July 31, 2024
A talk on the importance of wine to the Catholic faith along with tastings of 4 wines, harp melodies, and hors d’ouvres
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The Rising
April 11, 2024
An Easter discussion on the importance of the Resurrection complete with chamber orchestra performance and Michelin-star catering by renowned restaurant, Torrisi
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The Arrival
December 6, 2023
A talk on Christmas and the feast of St Stephen, along with a memorable Christmas string quartet, drinks, bites, and dessert
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A Tale of Two Brothers
October 12, 2023
An evening talk on the story of Peter & Andrew, two brothers and former fishermen who became Apostles of Christ, complete with Violin/Cello duet, appetizers, and wine
